Westerly scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They put the hurt on the Barrington Eagles with a sharp 12-2 win. The team's explosion at the plate also rewarded Westerly with their most commanding win of the season.
Sophia Valentini was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits (and only one walk). Valentini has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Valentini was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with three RBI and two doubles.
In other batting news, Alex Stoehr was incredible, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with a home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. Ella Keegan was another key contributor, scoring four runs while going 3-for-5.
Westerly's victory bumped their record up to 6-2. As for Barrington, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-5.
Westerly will head out on the road to challenge Middletown at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Middletown is coming into the contest with four straight losses at home, meaning Westerly will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. Barrington will take on Mt. Hope at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Barrington is facing Mt. Hope at the right time seeing as Mt. Hope is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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