Benet Academy had lost five straight on the road, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 6-12 to make it six. They fell just short of the Carmel Corsairs by a score of 4-3. The Redwings were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Corsairs earlier this season, when they won 14-0.
Alaina Rosner made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run. Angela Horejs was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one home run.
As for Carmel, their victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 12-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since May 21, 2024.
On Carmel's side, Kaitlyn Konen spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on five hits and racked up six Ks. Konen has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Grace Brown, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, two runs, and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Ali Rice, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Benet Academy will welcome Saint Viator at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Carmel, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Buffalo Grove at 4:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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