Beachwood came tearing into Monday's game with five straight wins dating back to last season (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7.2 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They put the hurt on the Orange Lions with a sharp 18-8 win. That's more bragging rights for Beachwood, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Arianna Preston was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off eight hits. Preston was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-5.
In other batting news, Lily Grover was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Ela Sasmaz, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI and two runs.
Beachwood's victory was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-0. As for Orange, their loss dropped their record down to 2-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Beachwood will take on Brush at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Orange, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Hawken at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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