| 04/07/25 vs Ramsey | 16 |
| 03/28/25 @ Odin/Patoka/Sandoval | 14 |
| 04/23/25 vs Cowden-Herrick/Beecher City | 10 |
| 04/14/25 @ Vandalia | 8 |
| 05/02/25 vs Martinsville | 6 |
Mulberry Grove won the last time they faced Martinsville and things went their way on Friday too. The Aces were the clear victors by an 8-2 margin over the Bluestreaks. The result was nothing new for the Aces, who have now won six contests by six runs or more so far this season.
Lily Johnson was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and one run. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Callye Earnest, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March of 2024. Lyla Mollett was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
Mulberry Grove's victory bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Martinsville, they now have a losing record of 6-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mulberry Grove will welcome Okawville at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Martinsville, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Oblong at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Panthers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed eight runs per game on average), something the Bluestreaks will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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