Calera had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 11.5 runs), and they went ahead and made it three on Monday. They walked away with an 8-3 win over the Stanhope Elmore Mustangs. That's more bragging rights for Calera, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Kate Townley was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits (and only one walk). Townley has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive pitching appearances. Townley was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Whitney Holtzapfel, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Kinley Rodgers was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
Calera has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches, which provided a nice bump to their 25-20 record this season. As for Stanhope Elmore, their defeat dropped their record down to 11-17.
Calera will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Pelham at 10:45 a.m. Calera's pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so Pelham's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Stanhope Elmore, they will head out on the road to take on Helena at 10:45 a.m. on Monday. Helena is coming into the matchup with five straight victories at home, so Stanhope Elmore will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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