Ben Lomond extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 11 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-10 in the process. They lost 17-0 to the Morgan Trojans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trojans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 26-2 two weeks ago.
As for Morgan, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 13-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matchups by eight runs or more this season.
For Morgan's part, Callie Averett was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts Averett has posted since back in April of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with two runs and one stolen base. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games she's played.
In other batting news, Joesi Kelly was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Kaeson Ervin, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Ben Lomond will square off against rival Grantsville at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Morgan is set to face off against their familiar foe South Summit at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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