Walton-Verona extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 5-16 in the process. They lost 11-0 to the Highlands Bluebirds. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bearcats of the 13-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2015.
As for Highlands, they pushed their record up to 25-6-1 with the win, which was their ninth straight at home. The result was nothing new for the Bluebirds, who have now won 14 matches by six runs or more so far this season.
For Highlands' part, Kaitlyn Dixon made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Dixon has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
In other batting news, Highlands got a big performance out of Alli Meyers, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Meyers has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Kate Class, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI and one run.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Walton-Verona will welcome Carroll County at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Highlands, they will be playing at home against Ryle at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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