Keys Gate was not able to break out of their rough patch in their second game on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell victim to a rough 11-2 loss at the hands of the Stoneman Douglas Eagles.
Keys Gate saw eight different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alicia Thomason, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Even though they lost, Keys Gate hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. That's the most strikeouts they've managed all season.
On Stoneman Douglas' side, Kaitlin Enright spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on eight hits. Enright has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Isabella Silva, who went 3-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run. Another player making a difference was Madison Kirk, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Keys Gate's defeat dropped their record down to 5-12. As for Stoneman Douglas, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 10-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Keys Gate will take on Somerset Academy (Silver Palms) at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Stoneman Douglas, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Taravella at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in Stoneman Douglas' favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last four matches.
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