Ithaca waltzed into their matchup on Monday with five straight wins... but they left with six. They walked away with an 8-4 victory over the Freeland Falcons. That's more bragging rights for the Yellowjackets, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Ivy Davenport spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up 12 Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Emmalee Shankel, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted over her last 12 contests. Another player making a difference was Maeli Akin, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Yellowjackets
| 05/05/25 vs Freeland | 8-4 |
| 04/25/25 vs Central Montcalm | 7-0 |
| 04/19/25 vs Unionville-Sebewaing | 2-1 |
| 04/17/25 vs Hemlock | 10-6 |
| 04/14/25 vs Michigan Lutheran Seminary | 10-2 |
| + 5 more games |
Ithaca's win was their tenth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 15-3. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.6 runs over those games. As for Freeland, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-6 record this season.
Ithaca will head out to take on Michigan Lutheran Seminary at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Yellowjackets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cardinals have averaged an impressive 10.6 runs per game this season. As for Freeland, they will be playing at home against Bridgeport at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Falcons are facing the Bearcats at the right time seeing as the Bearcats are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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