Destin was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their 12th straight loss. They suffered a tough 11-2 defeat at the hands of the Pensacola Catholic Crusaders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Destin of the 21-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
For Pensacola Catholic's part, Isabelle Little-anoai was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Little-anoai was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Morgan Smith and Adysion Adams did most of the damage at the plate: Smith scored three runs and stole four bases while going 1-for-4, while Adams went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and a triple. Adams has been hot recently, having posted at least one triple the last three times she's played. Taylor Robision was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Destin's defeat dropped their record down to 1-13. As for Pensacola Catholic, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Destin will take on Central at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Pensacola Catholic, they will head out on the road to challenge Crestview at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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