Leslie extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 7-8 in the process. They came up short against the Napoleon Pirates, falling 15-2. The Blackhawks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Pirates apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Napoleon, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 6-7. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five matchups by six runs or more this season.
For Napoleon's part, Kaitlyn Fall was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and not a single walk). Fall has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Napoleon let Haven Marker and Hayden Rendall run wild. Marker got on base in four of her five plate appearances with four runs and two stolen bases, while Rendall went 1-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Those four runs gave Marker a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Katelyn Ault, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Leslie will face off against Homer at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Napoleon, they will welcome Olivet at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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