There's no place like home for Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Saturday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-7 victory over the Churubusco Eagles on Saturday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2022.
Maeve Miltner was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits. Miltner was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Mackenzie Nees was excellent, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Elianna Noll was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
On Churubusco's side, Emma Walters spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and six unearned) runs on eight hits. Walters has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in 18 consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Jaylyn Shively was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Brieann Hosted, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger's win bumped their record up to 12-14. As for Churubusco, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 12 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-14 record this season.
Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger will face off against Leo at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Leo is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.7 runs per game this season. As for Churubusco, they will head out on the road to challenge Madison-Grant at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Churubusco is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
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