ITW David Speer Academy's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They won by a run and slipped past the Ridgewood Rebels 10-9.
Anabel Diaz was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off seven hits. Diaz was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, ITW David Speer Academy got a massive performance out of Miabella Collazo, who scored three runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Estela Garcia, who scored two runs while going 3-for-5.
ITW David Speer Academy's victory bumped their record up to 17-6. As for Ridgewood, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-13 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. ITW David Speer Academy will be staying on the road on Tuesday to face off against Rickover Naval at 5:00 p.m. Rickover Naval is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 12.2 runs per game this season. As for Ridgewood, they will head out on the road to challenge Regina Dominican at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Regina Dominican is coming into the matchup with three straight losses at home, meaning Ridgewood will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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