Middleton had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They never let the Vel Phillips Memorial Spartans onto the board and left with a 6-0 victory on Monday. Considering Middleton has won three contests by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
The result came thanks to Megan Button's shutout, as she gave up just three hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Hailey Stroede, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Mackenzie Zimmerman, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
Middleton's win bumped their record up to 4-5. As for Vel Phillips Memorial, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-4.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Sun Prairie West the next time they take the field. Middleton will head out to face Sun Prairie West at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, while Vel Phillips Memorial will host them at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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