Lee Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They took a 6-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Trinity Collegiate Titans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Lee Academy of the 17-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Thursday.
Hartlee Butler spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and two unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Macy Ahtonen made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Even though they lost, Lee Academy didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with seven strikeouts. That's the most strikeouts they've managed all season.
Lee Academy's loss dropped their record down to 3-9. As for Trinity Collegiate, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Lee Academy will look to defend their home field on Monday against Richard Winn Academy at 6:00 p.m. As for Trinity Collegiate, they will head out on the road to challenge Thomas Sumter Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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