Hilliard lost a close one when they played last Friday but unfortunately for them the loss they were handed on Monday was a bit more commanding. They fell victim to a tough 14-5 defeat at the hands of the Paxon School For Advanced Studies Golden Eagles. Hilliard was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Paxon School For Advanced Studies apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
Molly Dean made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 2-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Peighton Self, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI.
On Paxon School For Advanced Studies' side, Haley Hinds spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up nine Ks. Hinds has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Kassidy Edwards was incredible, going 5-for-5 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Emma Ponsler was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Hilliard are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 9-9. As for Paxon School For Advanced Studies, their victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 13-7.
Hilliard will head out on the road to face off against Providence School at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hilliard is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season. As for Paxon School For Advanced Studies, they will head out on the road to take on Bishop Kenny at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Bishop Kenny's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Paxon School For Advanced Studies' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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