Altha extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Monday, dropping them down to 0-10. They came up short against the Walton Braves, falling 18-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Braves this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-2 on March 12th.
As for Walton, their victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 5-7. That 17-run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
For Walton's part, Madison Campbell made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Campbell has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and one double. Those three hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Walton let Kaydie Evans and Emma Peterson run wild. Evans went 2-for-3 with five RBI, two doubles, and one run, while Peterson went 1-for-2 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Those three RBI gave Peterson a new career-high. Chloe Bendure also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Looking ahead, Altha will take on St. John Paul II at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 8.7 runs per game this season. As for Walton, they will challenge Freeport at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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