Abingdon/Avon waltzed into their game on Tuesday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They came out on top against the Princeville Princes by a score of 9-6. That's more bragging rights for Abingdon/Avon, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Gabe Bryan spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six runs (all of which were unearned) on five hits and racked up 12 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Avery Stegall was incredible, firing off two home runs, three RBI, and a double while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Taylor Ford, who scored a run while getting on base in two of her five plate appearances.
On Princeville's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Claire Sutherland gave up three earned (and six unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Mekeya Cihla was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a home run, a stolen base, and two RBI. Kinley McGinn was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Abingdon/Avon has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 17-10 record this season. As for Princeville, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-13.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Abingdon/Avon will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against Farmington at 4:30 p.m. Abingdon/Avon is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.1 runs per game this season. As for Princeville, they will head out on the road to square off against Abingdon/Avon at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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