Tuesday just wasn't the day for Hammond Academy of Science & Tech's offense. They lost 16-0 to the Hammond Morton Governors on Tuesday. That's two games in a row now that Hammond Academy of Science & Tech has lost by exactly 16 runs.
For Hammond Morton's part, Julissa Abeyta made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. Abeyta has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Abeyta was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Juleeana Temores, who scored four runs and stole five bases while going 1-for-3. She continues to roll, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Aiyana Cruz was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech dropped their record down to 1-2 with that defeat, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season. As for Hammond Morton, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 8-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech will challenge East Chicago Central at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech is facing East Chicago Central at the right time seeing as East Chicago Central is stuck on a seven-game losing streak. As for Hammond Morton, they will head out on the road to square off against Griffith at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Hammond Morton's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three contests.
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