Anclote is 4-0 against Gibbs since February of 2021, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The Anclote Sharks will head out on the road to challenge the Gibbs Gladiators at 7:00 p.m. Anclote is no doubt hoping to put an end to an 11-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
After low-scoring totals in their previous seven contests, Anclote brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They were the clear victor by a 21-0 margin over Fivay. The victory was just what Anclote needed coming off of a 22-1 defeat in their prior match.
Chelsei Snell made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Snell has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Snell was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-3 with a home run, eight RBI, and three runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Savannah Montemarano, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and a double. Gabriella Thomas was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Gibbs was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. Their rough 26-11 defeat to Booker might stick with them for a while. Both teams can probably skip cardio this week after making that many trips around the bases.
Anclote's win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 1-11. As for Gibbs, their loss dropped their record down to 1-5.
Anclote skirted past Gibbs 32-31 in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. The rematch might be a little tougher for Anclote since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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