Andrean waltzed into their match on Monday with five straight wins... but they left with six. They came out on top against the Lowell Red Devils by a score of 6-2. That's more bragging rights for Andrean, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Abbey Bond made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). Bond has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Bond was also big at the plate, going 3-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Micah Snider was incredible, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. Gracie Wardingley was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
On Lowell's side, Olivia Fuentes was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two RBI.
Andrean's victory was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 11-1. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.8 runs per game. As for Lowell, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-6 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Andrean will face off against Highland at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. One thing working in Highland's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three contests. As for Lowell, they will head out on the road to take on Hanover Central at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Hanover Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.7 runs per game this season.
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