Grafton had lost six straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 3-8 to make it seven. They came up short against the New Kent Trojans, falling 11-1. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Clippers of the 14-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for New Kent, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 9-3. Considering they have won nine matches by more than seven runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For New Kent's part, Abbie Kegley was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Kegley has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two RBI.
In other batting news, Hannah Tober was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. That triple was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Kenley Rowe, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI.
Coming up, Grafton will face off against Poquoson at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Clippers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Islanders have averaged an impressive 8.6 runs per game this season. As for New Kent, they will square off against York at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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