The Boston English Eagles will head out on the road to face off against Excel/Burke at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in Boston English's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last five contests.
Boston English is hoping to deliver their fans another blowout on Monday, just like they did against Brighton/Boston Academy (and have done all season long). Boston English blew past Brighton/Boston Academy 35-5. Boston English's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Rose Monestime was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out ten over five innings pitched. Monestime has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Monestime was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, Boston English let Alba Rodriguez and Madison Morrissey loose on the outfield. Rodriguez scored six runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-5, while Morrissey fired off two home runs, six runs, and five RBI while going 4-for-6. Rodriguez is on a roll when it comes to RBI, as she's now brought in three or more in the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Melandie Val, who went 4-for-6 with six RBI, two stolen bases, and three runs.
Meanwhile, Excel/Burke had to start their season on the road back in April, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They lost 12-2 to Boston English.
Boston English's victory was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 11-2. As for Excel/Burke, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-1.
Everything went Boston English's way against Excel/Burke in their previous matchup back in April as Boston English made off with a 12-2 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for Boston English since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
