Bellmont scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 24-4 margin over the New Haven Bulldogs. Considering Bellmont has won five contests by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Bella Ashley and Makenzie Mankey were a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Ashley pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Mankey tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. At the plate, Ashley went 3-for-5 with three RBI, two doubles, and a triple, while Mankey scored two runs while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emily Bleke, who fired off two home runs, 12 RBI, and five runs while going 4-for-5. Ella Franze was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 1-for-3.
Bellmont's win bumped their record up to 9-6. As for New Haven, they are on a 15-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-20.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bellmont will take on Fort Wayne Bishop Luers at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Bellmont's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Fort Wayne Bishop Luers' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for New Haven, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Adams Central at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Adams Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.4 runs per game this season.
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