Dedham scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Wednesday. Everything went their way against the Dover-Sherborn Raiders as the Dedham Marauders made off with a 17-2 victory. Dedham might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won six contests by six runs or more this season.
Christina Gentile was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over 4.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits (and only one walk). Gentile has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Gentile was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles.
In other batting news, Dedham got a massive performance out of Alaina Martin, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Mary Stronach, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
On Dover-Sherborn's side, Alexa Murphy made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Dedham pushed their record up to 12-7 with that win, which was their fifth straight at home. As for Dover-Sherborn, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-14.
Dedham does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Dover-Sherborn, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Sharon at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Dover-Sherborn is facing Sharon at the right time seeing as Sharon is stuck on an eight-game losing streak.
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