Bountiful dropped their record down to 15-2 on Monday, which also ended the team's 14-game streak of wins on the road dating back to last season. They took a 4-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Box Elder Bees. The RedHawks were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Bees earlier this season, when they won 2-1.
Claire Yates made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one home run. That home run was her first of the season.
As for Box Elder, their victory was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 19-3. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.2 runs over those games.
On Box Elder's side, Kennadie Blackmer made a big impact no matter where she played. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Blackmer has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, Kailee Hall was excellent, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Coming up, Bountiful will square off against Woods Cross at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The RedHawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wildcats have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Box Elder, they will challenge Viewmont at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Vikings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.8 runs per game on average), something the Bees will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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