Gators
| 04/04/25 @ Bertie | 22 |
| 03/21/25 @ Gates County | 17 |
| 03/03/25 @ North Pitt | 16 |
| 04/01/25 vs Bertie | 15 |
| 03/12/25 @ Louisburg | 15 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Martin County). Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Bertie Falcons a 22-0 shutout on Friday. The result was nothing new for the Gators, who have now won 12 matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
Erica Sturgill was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Martin County got a big performance out of Gabby Bennett, who scored a run while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits Bennett has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Rylah Ethridge, who scored three runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Martin County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in seven consecutive contests.
Martin County pushed their record up to 14-0 with the win, which was their eighth straight on the road. Those road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.5 runs on average over those games. As for Bertie, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-10 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Martin County will face off against Perquimans at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Bertie, they will square off against Gates County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Falcons will need to watch out since the Red Barons have now posted at least ten runs in their last four matchups.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
