Merritt Island hadn't done well against Rockledge recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Mustangs' pitcher stepped up to hand the Raiders a 2-0 shutout. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Mustangs have posted since April 23, 2024.
Not much got past Rindi Amos, who gave up just two hits and racked up eight Ks to keep Rockledge off the board.
Elena Rollen
| 04/08/25 @ Rockledge | 3 |
| 04/05/25 vs Coral Reef | 2 |
| 02/26/25 @ Astronaut | 2 |
| 03/28/25 vs Vanguard | 1 |
| 03/28/25 vs Fort Myers | 1 |
At the plate, Elena Rollen was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Alyssa Abbott was another key player, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases.
Merritt Island's victory bumped their record up to 9-10. As for Rockledge, their defeat ended a six-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Merritt Island will head out to challenge Melbourne Central Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Hustlers will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something the Mustangs surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rockledge, they will square off against Eau Gallie at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Raiders' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Commodores have averaged an impressive 8.8 runs per game this season.
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