Hammond Morton's game back in March was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Gary West Side Cougars a 13-0 shutout. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Hammond Morton also won the last time the pair played back in May of 2023.
Julissa Abeyta was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Abeyta was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Analise Campos was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Juilanna Villarreal, who scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Hammond Morton made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-2.
Coincidentally, Hammond Morton and Gary West Side will both be playing East Chicago Central the next time they take the field. Hammond Morton will host East Chicago Central at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, while Gary West Side will host them at 12:00 p.m. on April 22nd.
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