Piedmont Academy had lost seven straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-15 to make it eight. They lost 20-5 to the John Milledge Academy Trojans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Trojans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-3 on September 4th.
Naomi Mask made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Synclair Wyatt, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base and one run.
As for John Milledge Academy, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 11-6. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On John Milledge Academy's side, Anna Renfroe looked comfortable as she pitched 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits.
At the plate, Morgan Farrelly was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in August. The team also got some help courtesy of Breaze Jones, who went 2-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Piedmont Academy will challenge rival Tattnall Square Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, John Milledge Academy is set to square off against their familiar foe Stratford Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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