Woodlands Academy came into Tuesday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They had just enough and edged the Latin Romans out 8-7. For Woodlands Academy, this counts as revenge for the 13-3 loss Latin walked away with the last time they faced one another back in May of 2023.
Abby Hironimus was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out 15 batters over six innings while giving up four earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. Hironimus has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Hironimus was also big at the plate, going 3-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base, and a run.
In other batting news, Evie Twohig was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Savannah Gamache was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Woodlands Academy's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Latin, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Woodlands Academy will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Marian Central Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on May 6th. As for Latin, they will head out on the road to square off against Walther Christian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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