Softball Recap: Stratford Academy Eagles vs. John Milledge Academy Trojans
Stratford Academy won the last time they faced John Milledge Academy, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Stratford Academy Eagles were the clear victor by a 9-2 margin over the John Milledge Academy Trojans. The Eagles might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matchups by seven runs or more this season.
Taylor Monroe spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on five hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Shamiya Raines was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run and four RBI. The last time her batting average was this high was back in September of 2023. The team also got some help courtesy of Cordtney Galioa, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two runs.
The win made it two in a row for Stratford Academy and bumps their season record up to 9-5. As for John Milledge Academy, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 6-7.
Stratford Academy will welcome Tattnall Square Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for John Milledge Academy, they will head out to challenge Mount de Sales Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. John Milledge Academy is facing Mount de Sales Academy at the right time seeing as Mount de Sales Academy is stuck on an eight-game losing streak.
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