Pahokee was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss. They fell victim to a rough 26-2 defeat at the hands of the Leonard Lancers.
For Leonard's part, Bryanna Ariza Mercedes was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit. Ariza Mercedes was even better at the plate, firing off two home runs, six RBI, and four runs while going 4-for-4.
In other batting news, Leonard got a massive performance out of Arianna Sheerer, who went 2-for-2 with four stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Sheerer is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last five games she's played. Another player making a difference was Jennifer Cuellar, who scored four runs and stole six bases while going 4-for-4.
Pahokee's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Leonard, their victory bumped their record up to 5-11.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pahokee will challenge Glades Central at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Leonard, they are on the road again on Wednesday to play Santaluces at 6:30 p.m. Leonard is facing Santaluces at the right time seeing as Santaluces is stuck on a nine-game losing streak.
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