Hillhouse had lost nine straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 0-5 to make it ten. They lost 22-6 to the Branford Hornets. That's two games in a row now that the Academics have lost by exactly 16 runs.
As for Branford, their victory bumped their record up to 3-6. Considering they have won three games by more than nine runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
For Branford's part, Tatum Lipka was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over 4.1 innings while giving up three earned runs off only two hits. With that strong performance, Lipka is now averaging an impressive 5.3 strikeouts per game. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Sophia Rasile was incredible, going a perfect 5-for-5 with six RBI, two stolen bases, and two runs. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ellie Brown, who went 3-for-5 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Hillhouse will square off against Sacred Heart Academy at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Hillhouse is facing Sacred Heart Academy at the right time seeing as Sacred Heart Academy is stuck on an eight-game losing streak. As for Branford, they will face off against Foran at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. The Lions will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Hornets surely won't give up without a fight.
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