Bucyrus extended their losing streak to four on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 2-11 in the process. They lost 13-5 to the New London Wildcats. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-6 on Saturday.
As for New London, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-7 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won ten contests by seven runs or more this season.
For New London's part, Addison Yetter made a big impact no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run over seven innings pitched. Yetter has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gracie Thomas, who fired off two home runs and five RBI while going 2-for-4. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Madison Rowland, who went 3-for-5 with four runs and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bucyrus will venture away from home to face off against Carey at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for New London, they will take on Monroeville at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so the Wildcats' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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