Versailles's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the New Bremen Cardinals 5-3. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Versailles also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2023.
For New Bremen's part, Alayna Ross spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on five hits and racked up seven Ks. Ross has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, New Bremen saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lydia Bushman, who went 1-for-2 with a home run and a stolen base.
Versailles is on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last nine matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 13-6 record this season. As for New Bremen, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-10 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Versailles will take on Marion Local at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Marion Local is coming into the game with five straight wins on the road, so Versailles will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for New Bremen, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Minster at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Minster will roll in looking for their 20th straight victory, something New Bremen surely won't give up without a fight.
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