Bethlehem was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell 5-2 to the Wakulla Christian School Saints.
For Wakulla Christian School's part, Mateah McClendon spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on two hits and racked up eight Ks. McClendon has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Wakulla Christian School saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Makenna Hurst, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2. Mariah Logan was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Bethlehem's defeat dropped their record down to 4-6. As for Wakulla Christian School, they are on a roll lately: they've won eight of their last nine matches, which provided a nice bump to their 16-3 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bethlehem will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Poplar Springs at 5:00 p.m. Bethlehem is facing Poplar Springs at the right time seeing as Poplar Springs is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Wakulla Christian School, they will head out on the road to square off against Aucilla Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Wakulla Christian School is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 13.2 runs per game this season.
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