There's no place like home for Benjamin Russell, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Thursday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Calera Eagles 9-7. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Wildcats as it put an end to their four-game losing streak.
Lydia Montgomery was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. What's more, she posted two RBI, the most she's had since back in February. Arionna Ware was another key player, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Benjamin Russell's win bumped their record up to 7-11-1. As for Calera, they dropped their record down to 3-13 with the loss, which was their seventh straight on the road.
Looking ahead, Benjamin Russell will square off against Sylacauga at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Wildcats are facing the Aggies at the right time seeing as the Aggies are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Calera, they will be playing at home against Wetumpka at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Indians will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight.
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