Thomas Sumter Academy's game last Friday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They never let the Florence Christian Eagles onto the board and left with a 6-0 win. The result was nothing new for Thomas Sumter Academy, who have now won four matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Kason Carter made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 12 over seven innings pitched. Carter has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Carter was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Lila Kate Stines and Ryann Stokes did most of the damage at the plate: Stines scored a run while going 2-for-4, while Stokes went 3-for-3 with two RBI. Amy Spivey was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
Thomas Sumter Academy's victory bumped their record up to 8-4. As for Florence Christian, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-9.
Thomas Sumter Academy will be playing at home against Marlboro Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Marlboro Academy knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past three contests -- so hopefully Thomas Sumter Academy likes a good challenge. As for Florence Christian, they will head out on the road to take on Pee Dee Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Pee Dee Academy will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Florence Christian surely won't give up without a fight.
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