Ponce De Leon scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 20-6 margin over the Bethlehem Wildcats. Considering Ponce De Leon has won three matchups by more than 13 runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Kiyann Alford was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (she also only allowed one walk). Alford has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Alford was even better at the plate, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Klaire Spooner, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Jacee Bowers was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
The victory made it two in a row for Ponce De Leon and bumps their season record up to 6-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ponce De Leon will take on Poplar Springs at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bethlehem, they will be playing at home against Vernon at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Vernon is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 14 runs per game this season.
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