Gilbert Christian scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 21-1 margin over the San Tan Foothills Sabercats. The victory was just what Gilbert Christian needed coming off of a 10-0 defeat in their prior matchup.
Meredith Whitehurst was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Whitehurst was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played.
In other batting news, Gilbert Christian let Jaidyn Wilson and Devin Vanni loose on the outfield. Wilson fired off two home runs, four runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-4, while Vanni scored four runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Maddy Harmon, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
The win got Gilbert Christian back to even at 5-5. As for San Tan Foothills, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 3-8.
Gilbert Christian will take on Coolidge at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Coolidge knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past four matches -- so hopefully Gilbert Christian likes a good challenge. As for San Tan Foothills, they will head out on the road to take on American Leadership Academy - Ironwood at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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