Albemarle had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-5 to make it six. They lost 17-0 to the Monticello Mustangs. Having soared to a lofty 17 runs in the game before, the Patriots' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
As for Monticello, their record is now 8-1. Considering they have won five contests by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Monticello's part, they got a massive performance out of Delaney Via, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits Via has posted since back in May of 2024. Madison Steppe was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three runs, two RBI, and one double.
Coming up, Albemarle will square off against Charlottesville at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Monticello, they will face off against Western Albemarle at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Warriors have averaged an impressive 11.7 runs per game this season.
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