Mohawk Trail Regional was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They lost 18-0 to the Franklin County Tech Eagles. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Mohawk Trail Regional of the 12-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Thursday.
For Franklin County Tech's part, Hannah Gilbert was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 14 over six innings pitched. Gilbert has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Gilbert was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kylee Gamache, who went 4-for-5 with seven RBI, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Lillian Ross, who scored four runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Mohawk Trail Regional's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Franklin County Tech, they pushed their record up to 9-1 with that victory, which was their third straight on the road.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mohawk Trail Regional will take on Hopkins Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Franklin County Tech, they will head out on the road to square off against Pioneer Valley Regional at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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