Standley Lake's game last Saturday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-6 victory over the Monarch Coyotes. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Gators as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Becca McNeil spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and four unearned) runs on six hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Michelle Masteller was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Brianna Feely, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Standley Lake didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with nine strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Monarch only tossed six.
Standley Lake's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Monarch, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Standley Lake will venture away from home to square off against Westminster at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Standley Lake is no doubt hoping to put an end to a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. As for Monarch, they will host Mead at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Monarch is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.2 runs per game this season.
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