On SaturdayWashington Academy's undefeated season almost came to an end. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Foxcroft Academy Ponies and snuck past 6-4. Washington Academy had a rough season last year, but they look ready to turn that poor record around this year.
Bella Cirone made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off one hit. Cirone has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances. Cirone was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Cirone wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Avery Libby, who went 3-for-4 with an RBI. Avery Cates was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Washington Academy's win was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 7-0. As for Foxcroft Academy, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Washington Academy will take on George Stevens Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Washington Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 12.4 runs per game this season. As for Foxcroft Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Mattanawcook at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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