In what's become a running theme this season, Nonnewaug gave their fans yet another huge win on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 16-1 margin over the Gilbert Yellowjackets. Winning may never get old, but Nonnewaug sure is getting used to it with their fifth in a row.
Scarlett Ivey made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Ivey has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Ivey was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Maryn Savarese was a standout: she went 3-for-3 with six RBI, two runs, and a stolen base. Hannah Searles was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Nonnewaug pushed their record up to 12-5 with that victory, which was their seventh straight at home. As for Gilbert, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-11.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Nonnewaug will challenge Terryville at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The last six games Terryville has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Gilbert, they will head out on the road to take on Harding at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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