After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Boca Ciega brought some dynamite into their most recent contest. They were the clear victor by a 15-6 margin over the St. Petersburg Catholic Barons. Considering Boca Ciega has won four matchups by more than eight runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Emma Baker made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed 3.2 innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Baker has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Baker was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base.
In other batting news, Boca Ciega got a massive performance out of Soli Godonis, who scored three runs while going 3-for-4. Giavanni D'Amico was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5.
On St. Petersburg Catholic's side, Kate Miller was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
Boca Ciega's victory bumped their record up to 6-4. As for St. Petersburg Catholic, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Boca Ciega will face off against Gibbs at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for St. Petersburg Catholic, they will head out on the road to take on Bradenton Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. St. Petersburg Catholic is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.4 runs per game this season.
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