The Pella Dutch baseball team fell to an 11‑7 loss against Ballard on Monday, a game that began with the visitors already on the back foot.
Ballard exploded for four runs in the top of the second inning, pushing Pella into an early hole that would prove difficult to climb out of.
Early Struggles
Pella managed to plate two runs in response, but the momentum swung again as Ballard added four more before the third inning, and a three‑run third frame stretched the lead further.
The Dutch’s sixth‑inning rally added three more runs, but by then the damage was already done, leaving Pella trailing by a comfortable margin.
Among the bright spots, Teagan Hoekstra stood out, finishing the game 4‑for‑4 and showcasing strong offensive firepower.
Looking Ahead
The defeat drops Pella’s record to 4‑8, and the team now turns its attention to a home matchup against Gilbert, hoping to reverse the trend.