Menendez's game on Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They walked away with a 10-5 win over the Bolles Bulldogs. The Falcons have seen this before: they got the W the last time they saw the Bulldogs, too.
Ava Christman spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on five hits and racked up eight Ks.
On the hitting side, Rylan Degrande was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Emily Tobuck also deserves some recognition as she launched her first home run of the season.
Menendez hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They are 5-2 when they post two or more strikeouts.
Menendez's record now sits at 8-10. As for Bolles, their loss was their 11th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 3-15.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Menendez will welcome Interlachen at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Bolles, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Columbia at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. The Bulldogs are facing the Tigers at the right time seeing as the Tigers are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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