Schaeffer Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 13-2 to the Mabel-Canton Cougars. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Schaeffer Academy of the 18-14 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Mabel-Canton's part, Tylar Wenthold spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on one hit and racked up six Ks. Wenthold has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Ella Halverson was incredible, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Kira Snyder, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI.
Schaeffer Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Mabel-Canton, the win got them back to even at 3-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Schaeffer Academy will take on Houston at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mabel-Canton, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Fillmore Central/Lanesboro at 4:00 p.m.
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