Lake Wales extended their winning streak to three on Friday, bumping their season record up to 12-7 in the process. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 2-1 W against the Inspiration Academy Lions. This was a revenge game for the Highlanders: when they faced off against the Lions two weeks ago, they had to take a 5-0 defeat.

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Anna Conroy spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Lake Wales' victory was truly a team effort as four different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Johalis Rivera-Colon, who went 1-for-4 with one double and one RBI.
As for Inspiration Academy, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 21-6. Having soared to a lofty 15 runs in the game before, they couldn't push the score so high this time.
On Inspiration Academy's side, they also let their pitcher toss all 7.1 innings and she was also dialed-in: Elle Hildreth gave up a run (which was unearned) on two hits and racked up six Ks.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lake Wales will face off against Lake Region at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Inspiration Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Palmetto at 5:00 p.m.
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