Crestline was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their ninth straight loss. They lost 10-0 to the Monroeville Eagles.
For Monroeville's part, Veanna Helmstetter was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits over five innings pitched. Helmstetter has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Helmstetter was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Abbi Poths, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Rachel Fries was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Crestline's defeat dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Monroeville, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 13 of their last 14 matches, which provided a nice bump to their 18-6 record this season.
Crestline does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Monroeville, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome South Central at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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