If Mishawaka Marian was riding high off their 12-1 takedown of LaVille on Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Mishawaka Marian Knights lost 11-1 to the Elkhart Lions on Wednesday. Mishawaka Marian was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Elkhart apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Addison Hanley was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with a home run.
On Elkhart's side, Anna Knight made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Knight has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Knight was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Lili Escobedo was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Ava Walker, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Mishawaka Marian has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season. As for Elkhart, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 7-6-1.
Mishawaka Marian will look to defend their home field on Thursday against South Bend Washington at 5:30 p.m. As for Elkhart, they will head out on the road to challenge Northridge at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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