Kennedy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 20-5 to the Salem Academy Crusaders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Kennedy of the 13-6 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Wednesday.
Brianna Traeger and Madelyn Schaecher stepped up to the plate in a big way. Traeger scored a run while going 2-for-3, while Schaecher scored a run while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Emily Ruef, who went 2-for-2 with a stolen base and two RBI.
Kennedy's defeat dropped their record down to 5-11. As for Salem Academy, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 11-0.
Kennedy will head out on the road to challenge Blanchet Catholic at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Salem Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Colton at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Both teams will come into the game having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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