Brentsville District came tearing into Tuesday's matchup with eight straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 12.3 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top against the Meridian Mustangs by a score of 5-1. That's more bragging rights for Brentsville District, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Tea Cornett made a big impact no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. Cornett was also big at the plate, going 3-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and a stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ava Garza, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with a triple and a run. Taylor Saunders was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with two RBI.
Brentsville District pushed their record up to 15-1-1 with that win, which was their fifth straight on the road. As for Meridian, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Brentsville District will take on James Wood at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. James Wood will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Brentsville District surely won't give up without a fight. As for Meridian, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Fauquier at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Fauquier's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so Meridian's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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