Ansonia extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 3-11 in the process. They lost 25-11 to the Torrington Raiders. Even if the Chargers couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
As for Torrington, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-8. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Torrington's part, Sophia Pergola made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out 14 batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and seven unearned) runs off nine hits. Pergola has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with six runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Lilah Boulli was incredible, getting on base in five of her six plate appearances with four runs, four RBI, and one triple. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. Julia Rinaldi was another key player, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Ansonia is set to challenge their familiar foe Crosby at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Torrington will face off against rival Holy Cross at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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