Piedmont Academy extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 14 on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-13. They lost 15-0 to the First Presbyterian Day Vikings. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Vikings this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-7 back in August.
As for First Presbyterian Day, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 10-3. Considering they have won eight games by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For First Presbyterian Day's part, Gracyn Fuller was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out ten over four innings pitched. Fuller has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in nine consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Emma Morgan was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. What's more, she posted two runs, the most she's had since back in August of 2024. Jessica Jones was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with four runs, two stolen bases, and one double.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Piedmont Academy is set to take on their familiar foe Mount de Sales Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, First Presbyterian Day will face off against rival Stratford Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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