Boca Ciega lost a close one when they played last Tuesday but unfortunately for them the defeat they were handed on on Thursday was a bit more commanding. They suffered a tough 10-4 loss at the hands of the Pinellas Park Patriots. Boca Ciega was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Pinellas Park apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February.
Boca Ciega saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Emma Baker, who went 2-for-4 with an RBI. Baker has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.
On Pinellas Park's side, Ayanah Wilson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Wilson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Pinellas Park got a big performance out of Alyssa Brady, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Amber Nickell was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and a double.
Boca Ciega has traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-7 record this season. As for Pinellas Park, their record is now 3-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Boca Ciega will take on Southeast at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Boca Ciega is facing Southeast at the right time seeing as Southeast is stuck on a ten-game losing streak. As for Pinellas Park, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Hollins at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Pinellas Park and Hollins are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
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