Villa Joseph Marie had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the Gwynedd Mercy Academy Monarchs 7-6. Villa Joseph Marie's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Faith Fox made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. Fox was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Abbi Phillips, who scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Kenzie Peters was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
Villa Joseph Marie made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-4. As for Gwynedd Mercy Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
Villa Joseph Marie will look to defend their home field on Friday against William Tennent at 3:30 p.m. As for Gwynedd Mercy Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Lower Moreland at 3:45 p.m. on Friday.
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