Gilbert Christian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell 11-6 to the Benjamin Franklin Chargers. Gilbert Christian was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Benjamin Franklin apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March.
Maddy Harmon made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last six games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jaidyn Wilson, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.
On Benjamin Franklin's side, Jessica Tsai spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and three unearned) runs on ten hits.
On the hitting side, Adlee Trujillo was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Madison Sigourney was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 3-for-5.
Gilbert Christian's defeat dropped their record down to 5-10. As for Benjamin Franklin, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 11-9 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gilbert Christian will face off against American Leadership Academy - Anthem South at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Gilbert Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season. As for Benjamin Franklin, they will head out on the road to take on Coolidge at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Coolidge is coming into the match with seven straight losses at home, meaning Benjamin Franklin will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.
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