Hampton's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Woodland Wolfpack an 8-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for the Hornets, who have now won six contests by seven runs or more so far this season.
Malaysia Ponder was incredible, going 1-for-2 with a home run and two runs. Another player making a difference was Zariah Taylor, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Hampton hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved they're strikeout total in three consecutive games.
The victory snapped Hampton's losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 6-10 record. As for Woodland, they are on an 11-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-11.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hampton will take on Miller Grove at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Miller Grove is coming into the matchup with five straight wins on the road, so Hampton will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Woodland, they will host Stockbridge at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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