In what's become a running theme this season, Atlantic gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by an 11-4 margin over the Seabreeze Sandcrabs. That's more bragging rights for Atlantic, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Lillian Killian made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Killian has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Killian was also big at the plate, going 4-for-5 with two stolen bases, a triple, and a run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kendal Carson, who scored a run while going 3-for-4. Natalie Paterni was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 4-for-5.
On Seabreeze's side, Ella Hardy spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and seven unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up nine Ks.
On the hitting side, Kyra McLin made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Caylee Little, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
The victory made it two in a row for Atlantic and bumps their season record up to 5-9. As for Seabreeze, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 11 of their last 12 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-14 record this season.
Atlantic will be playing at home against Seabreeze at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Seabreeze, they will head out on the road to take on St. Augustine at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Seabreeze is facing St. Augustine at the right time seeing as St. Augustine is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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