If Annandale was feeling good off their 22-2 takedown of Justice on Thursday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Annandale Atoms took a 6-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology Colonials on Friday. Annandale was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played on April 5th.
For Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology's part, Josie Whitaker was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. Whitaker has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Whitaker was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Vivian Monaco, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Katherine Murphy, who scored three runs while going 2-for-4.
Annandale has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season. As for Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology, their record now sits at 3-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Annandale will take on Centreville at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Justice at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Justice is coming into the matchup with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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