Monticello had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped down to 1-7 to make it seven. They lost 13-1 to the Minisink Valley Warriors. The Panthers were not able to make up for their defeat to the Warriors from their previous meeting back in May of 2025.
As for Minisink Valley, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-2. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six contests by eight runs or more this season.
For Minisink Valley's part, Charli Ringus and Emily Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Ringus pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Smith pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Ringus has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. At the plate, Ringus went a perfect 1-for-1 with two RBI and one run, while Smith went a perfect 2-for-2 with one run and one double. Those two hits gave Smith a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Keira Filip, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Kiera Barry, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one double.
Coincidentally, Monticello and Minisink Valley will both be playing Goshen Central the next time they take the field. The Warriors will host the Gladiators at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, while the Panthers will host them at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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