After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Sarasota, Fort Meade was happy to have turned things around on Saturday. They walked away with an 8-3 victory over the Inspiration Academy Lions.
Gracie Taylor
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Gracie Taylor made a splash while hitting and pitching. She tossed six innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Those two runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cailynn Johnson, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. That's the most hits she has posted since back in February. The team also got some help courtesy of Kiersten Christiansen, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Fort Meade kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are 5-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Fort Meade's record is now 7-4. As for Inspiration Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-10 record this season.
Fort Meade will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on George Jenkins at 7:30 p.m. on the 24th. The Miners' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Inspiration Academy, they will take on Winter Haven at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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