In what's become a running theme this season, Munster gave their fans yet another huge victory on Saturday. They were the clear victor by a 12-5 margin over the Carmel Greyhounds. The high-scoring effort was just what Munster needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.
Kaylee O'Connell and Emily Siurek were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, O'Connell pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Meanwhile, Siurek pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. O'Connell has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, O'Connell went 2-for-4 with three RBI, while Siurek went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Caroline Wendlinger, who scored two runs while going 3-for-5. Brooklyn Kuna was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
On Carmel's side, Jayden Kleiner was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Paxton Law, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Munster's win bumped their record up to 17-8. As for Carmel, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-18.
Munster will be playing in front of their home fans against Kankakee Valley at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Munster's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Kankakee Valley's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Carmel, they will head out on the road to square off against Harrison at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Harrison is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.4 runs per game this season.
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