Middleton's game last Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They skirted past the Bradford Red Devils 2-1.
Caitley Mott spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Bri Smith was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, a double, and an RBI. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Avery Adams, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Middleton's victory bumped their record up to 3-4. As for Bradford, their loss was their fourth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Middleton will take on West Carroll at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Bradford, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Clarksburg at 5:00 p.m. Clarksburg is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.9 runs per game this season.
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