New Britain extended their losing streak to four on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-8 in the process. They lost 19-0 to the Lewis Mills Spartans. The match marked the first time this year in which the Golden Hurricanes were not able to get on the board.
As for Lewis Mills, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine games. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-5 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Lewis Mills' part, Eliza Criss was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Criss has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
In other batting news, Lewis Mills got a big performance out of Calleigh Lok, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs. Another player making a difference was Michaela Larose, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and two RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. New Britain will face off against Newington at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. The Golden Hurricanes' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Nor'easters have averaged an impressive 10.9 runs per game this season. As for Lewis Mills, they will challenge Simsbury at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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