Friday just wasn't the day for Somerset Academy South Homestead's offense. They lost 15-0 to the Mater Academy Bay Rays on Friday. Somerset Academy South Homestead's loss continues a trend for the squad, making it five in a row.
For Mater Academy Bay's part, Alana M. made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). M. was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with a triple, a stolen base, and a run. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one triple the last three times she's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Katie G., who went 2-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Katlynn F., who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Somerset Academy South Homestead's defeat dropped their record down to 4-9. As for Mater Academy Bay, they pushed their record up to 12-9 with that win, which was their fifth straight at home.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Somerset Academy South Homestead will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Somerset Academy (Silver Palms) at 7:00 p.m. Somerset Academy (Silver Palms)'s pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so Somerset Academy South Homestead's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Mater Academy Bay, they will head out on the road to face off against Marathon at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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