Cotter was the 7-2 winner over Dover-Eyota when they last played one another back in May of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Cotter Ramblers fell just short of the Dover-Eyota Eagles by a score of 3-1 on Tuesday. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Cotter has scored all season.
For Dover-Eyota's part, Kegen Coulson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on five hits. Coulson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Miranda Palmby was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
Cotter has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-3 record this season. As for Dover-Eyota, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 7-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cotter will challenge Rushford-Peterson at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Rushford-Peterson is coming into the match with three straight defeats at home, meaning Cotter will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for Dover-Eyota, they will head out on the road to take on Chatfield at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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