After low-scoring totals in their previous six matchup, Monroe brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They were the clear victors by a 15-7 margin over the Albemarle Bulldogs on Friday. The Redhawks not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since February 25, 2025 (when they won 37-25).
Emily Ruiz-Gutierrez
| 03/13/26 @ Albemarle | 8 |
| 03/19/25 @ Garinger | 4 |
| 04/14/25 vs Forest Hills | 2 |
| 03/27/25 vs Piedmont | 2 |
| 03/12/25 @ Anson | 2 |
Emily Ruiz-Gutierrez made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off only one hit. Those eight strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with four stolen bases and three runs.
In other batting news, Monroe got a massive performance out of Sade' Robinson, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Those four RBI gave Robinson a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kadie Martinez, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Monroe always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .618. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Monroe's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Monroe will take on West Stanly at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Colts' pitching crew has only allowed 1.3 runs per game this season, so the Redhawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Albemarle, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game of the season: they will challenge North Rowan at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. This will be the Bulldogs' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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