It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Choctawhatchee had no problem doing just that on Monday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Booker T. Washington Wildcats a 15-0 shutout. Choctawhatchee's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
AnnMarie Gilbert made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Gilbert was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
In other batting news, Gabbi Barnowsky was a standout: she went 2-for-2 with a home run, three runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Victoria Rodriguez, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Choctawhatchee's win bumped their record up to 10-13. As for Booker T. Washington, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last ten matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-16 record this season.
Choctawhatchee will take on Fort Walton Beach at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Choctawhatchee is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses. Booker T. Washington does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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