Legacy hit Mountain Range with a five-run third inning on Saturday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Mustangs came up short against the Lightning Bolt, falling 13-2. The Mustangs' defeat continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
Mountain Range saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Makayla Gilbert, who went 1-for-3 while logging 2 stolen bases. Gilbert has been locked in at the plate lately, hitting .368 over her last eight games vs .238 in her previous 24 games.
On Legacy's side, Valerie Elkins was incredible, going 2-for-3 while posting 1 home run, 5 RBIs, and 2 runs. Those five RBIs set a new season-high mark for Elkins.
Mountain Range now has a losing record at 6-7. As for Legacy, they have been on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matchups. That's given a solid lift to their 5-7 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mountain Range will challenge Frederick at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Legacy, they will face off against Erie at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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