Avon is still looking for their season's first win. They fell just short of the Platt Panthers by a score of 5-4 on Monday. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Avon has scored all season.
For Platt's part, Amelia Gostskowski was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits. Gostskowski has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Gostskowski was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Anna Gostkowski was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Arianna Cortes-Campbell, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI.
Avon's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Platt, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-10.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Avon will take on Middletown at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Platt, they will be playing at home against Hall at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
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