Bessemer City scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 17-2 margin over the Highland Tech Rams. The win was just what Bessemer City needed coming off of a 19-7 loss in their prior matchup.
Ella Pursley made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Pursley was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Tristen Kiser and Erin Moss did most of the damage at the plate: Kiser scored two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances, while Moss scored two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Sara Duncan was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 1-for-2.
Bessemer City's victory bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Highland Tech, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-5.
Bessemer City will be playing in front of their home fans against Burns at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Bessemer City has given up an average of 12.8 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week. As for Highland Tech, they will be playing at home against East Gaston at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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