After only one run in their last game, Gaithersburg made sure to put some runs up on the board against Watkins Mill on Tuesday. The Trojans were the clear victors by a 21-1 margin over the Wolverines. The Trojans' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Abigail Privitera
| 04/07/26 vs Watkins Mill | 11 |
| 03/25/26 vs Whitman | 2 |
| 03/23/26 @ Wheaton | 5 |
| 03/20/26 vs Einstein | 4 |
Abigail Privitera was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 5.5 strikeouts per game. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one RBI. She also got a hit, marking her first of the season.
In other batting news, Madeline Heath was a standout: she went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one double, and one RBI. That double was her first of the season. Jessica Fuentes was another key player, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Gaithersburg always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .850. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Gaithersburg's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Watkins Mill, their loss dropped their record down to 0-5.
Coming up, Gaithersburg will head out on the road to face off against Seneca Valley at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Screaming Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 19.5 runs per game on average), something the Trojans will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Watkins Mill, they will be playing at home against Magruder at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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