Thomaston won the last time they faced Gilbert and things went their way on Wednesday too. The Bears blew past the Yellowjackets 12-6. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Bears.
Sloan Walmsley and Madison Decker made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Walmsley struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off two hits. Meanwhile, Decker struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. At bat, Walmsley scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances, while Decker scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Walmsley also brought in an RBI, marking her first of the season.
Addison Patchell
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In other batting news, Addison Patchell was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Emily Morton also deserves some recognition as she scored her first run of the season.
Thomaston always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .526. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Thomaston's victory bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Gilbert, their defeat was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-2.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Thomaston is set to challenge their familiar foe Terryville at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Gilbert will take on rival Shepaug Valley at 3:45 p.m. on Monday.
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