Ponce De Leon scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Laurel Hill Hoboes a 24-0 shutout. The result was nothing new for Ponce De Leon, who have now won four matchups by 14 runs or more so far this season.
Aubrey Murphy and Clara Martin made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Murphy pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Martin tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also only allowed one walk). At the plate, Murphy scored two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances, while Martin scored three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Ponce De Leon let Jodi Smith and Jacee Bowers loose on the outfield. Smith went 2-for-3 with five RBI, two runs, and two doubles, while Bowers scored four runs while going 4-for-4. Klaire Spooner was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
On Laurel Hill's side, they saw one different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Raelee McDonald, who went 1-for-1 with a stolen base.
Ponce De Leon has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 8-3 record this season. As for Laurel Hill, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Ponce De Leon will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Paxton at 6:00 p.m. Ponce De Leon will be looking to keep their three-game home win streak alive. As for Laurel Hill, they will head out on the road to face off against Florala at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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