Conway had lost four straight at home dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped down to 0-5 to make it five. They came up short against the Plato Eagles, falling 19-0. The contest marked the first time this year in which the Bears were not able to get on the board.
As for Plato, the win (which was their eighth in a row) raised their record to 9-2. Considering they have won eight matchups by more than ten runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For Plato's part, Taylor Utley made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Utley has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs.
In other batting news, Maci Shalbot was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four stolen bases and four runs. Shalbot is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Chloe Cook, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Conway will venture away from home to square off against Stoutland at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Plato, they will host Norwood at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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