In what's become a running theme this season, Lexington Catholic gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Nicholas County Bluejackets a 21-0 shutout. Lexington Catholic's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Abby Hammond was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Hammond has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 11 consecutive pitching appearances. Hammond was also big at the plate, firing off two home runs, four runs, and five RBI while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Lexington Catholic got a massive performance out of Ava Emmert, who went 1-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Aevea Mosley-Franklin was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
The win (which was Lexington Catholic's 11th in a row) raised their record to 19-2. As for Nicholas County, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 11-15 record this season.
Lexington Catholic will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Montgomery County at 6:00 p.m. Lexington Catholic will be looking to keep their nine-game home win streak alive. As for Nicholas County, they will head out on the road to take on Bracken County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Bracken County will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last.
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