Heritage came tearing into Monday's matchup with eight straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 9.5 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Landmark Christian War Eagles 16-3. The Hawks might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven contests by eight runs or more this season.
Amelia Thornton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Zoey Hall and Paige Holcombe did most of the damage at the plate: Hall scored four runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4, while Holcombe scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3. With that strong performance, Hall is now averaging an impressive 2.1 runs per game. Kaylee Cotten was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Heritage always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .657. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Landmark Christian only posted an OBP of .235.
Heritage's win was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 9-1. As for Landmark Christian, they are on a ten-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-10.
Heritage will play host again on Monday to welcome Covenant Academy, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. As for Landmark Christian, their road trip will continue as they head out to face Walker at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Landmark Christian is facing Walker at the right time seeing as Walker is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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