Alma Center Lincoln had lost seven straight at home dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 1-5 to make it eight. They fell 16-11 to the Elmwood/Plum City Wolves. Even if the Hornets couldn't come away with the victory, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
As for Elmwood/Plum City, their win ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Elmwood/Plum City's part, Britta Link made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. Link was also big at the plate, getting on base in two of her five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brittany Bechel, who went 3-for-5 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those hits were her first of the season. Addison Ingli was another key player, getting on base in two of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Alma Center Lincoln will square off against Independence/Gilmanton at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Elmwood/Plum City, they are taking a road trip to square off against Boyceville at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bulldogs will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Wolves surely won't give up without a fight.
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