Lady Beavers Rally to Edge Ronan Maidens 12-11 In Thrilling Contest

Bats were blistering as the Dillon Beavers defeated the Ronan Varsity Maidens 12-11 on Saturday in a dramatic match. Despite being out-hit 12 to 8, the Beavers showcased tenacity and determination by coming back from a 11-7 deficit in the fourth inning.

The Ronan Varsity Maidens began strong, scoring three runs in the first inning when Nevaeh Perez homered to left field. The Maidens added another run in the second inning after Kailyn Marengo grounded into a fielder's choice.

In the second inning, the Dillon Beavers flipped the script, scoring six runs on just one hit to take a 7-4 lead. The inning's highlight was a defensive error by Ronan that allowed three runs to score.

However, Ronan responded in the top of the third, reclaiming the lead by scoring five runs on two hits. Marengo delivered a crucial single following a 6-pitch at-bat, driving in two runs and putting the Maidens ahead 9-7.

In a back-and-forth battle, the Beavers regained the lead in the bottom of the sixth when Kailyn Marengo induced Bailey Blake to hit into a fielder's choice, scoring two runs, followed by a double from Bridget Lovaas that brought in another.

Adyson Creighton earned the victory for the Beavers, allowing only three hits and no runs over three innings while striking out five and walking one. Kailyn Marengo took the loss for Ronan, pitching six innings and giving up 12 runs (none earned) on eight hits, striking out four and walking two. Tymber Barnes started for Dillon, allowing nine hits and 11 runs (four earned) in four innings, striking out two and walking four.

Several players contributed to the Beavers' offensive efforts, with Kinzy Creighton, Bridget Lovaas, and Kylie Konen each collecting two hits. Katey Vezina, Lovaas, Blake, and Konen drove in one run each for Dillon. The Beavers also executed one double play during the game.

The Ronan Varsity Maidens had a strong batting performance, with Perez leading the way with three RBIs, finishing 2-for-2. Adrienne Crockett added three hits in four at-bats from the leadoff position, while Marengo, Autumn Lozeau, and Kai-Cee Sorrell contributed multiple hits. Perez also led Ronan with two walks, as the Maidens showcased a disciplined approach at the plate with a total of five walks.