Massaponax had lost ten straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 1-16 to make it 11. They lost 10-0 to the Hylton Bulldogs. The Panthers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Bulldogs earlier this season, when they won 6-0.
As for Hylton, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season. Considering they have won ten games by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Hylton's part, Alanis Layne made a big impact no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out nine over six innings pitched. Layne has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
In other batting news, Alexandra Newton was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Jasmine Hernandez was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Massaponax will welcome North Stafford at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Hylton, they will host Woodbridge at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 10.1 runs per game this season.
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