Milton scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They blew past the Pensacola Catholic Crusaders 23-4. With that win, Milton brought their scoring average up to 7 runs per game.
Gracie Bonds looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Milton got a massive performance out of Hallie Ueberroth, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Alexis Hawthorne, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
On Pensacola Catholic's side, Morgan Smith made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-2. Lela Laurence was another key contributor, going 1-for-1 with three RBI.
The victory made it two in a row for Milton and bumps their season record up to 10-7. As for Pensacola Catholic, their loss dropped their record down to 7-9.
Milton will head out on the road to challenge Pace at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Pace is coming into the game with 11 straight wins at home, so Milton will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. Pensacola Catholic will take on Pine Forest at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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