Ashburn, VA — The Sterling Stealth triumphed over the Shooting Stars - Bussey 11U with a score of 9-5 on Sunday. The Stealth took an early lead in the top of the first inning. Ashley H drew a walk, bringing in one run, Rilyn O hit a single, adding two more runs, followed by a wild pitch and a passed ball, each contributing one run. The Stealth extended their lead in the top of the second inning. Addy E walked, Emma L was hit by a pitch, Riley R singled, and a passed ball allowed each of them to score one run. The Shooting Stars - Bussey 11U scored five runs on two hits in the bottom of the third inning. Emma M walked, bringing in one run, Makayla A and Ava M also walked, each scoring one run. Nikki S caused Nara I to hit into a fielder's choice, but one run still scored, and Harper G hit a single, adding another run. Rilyn started the game for the Stealth, allowing no hits and no runs over two innings, striking out two and walking three. Makayla was the first pitcher for the Shooting Stars - Bussey 11U, allowing two hits and nine runs (seven earned) over one inning, with one strikeout and six walks. Rilyn added power in the middle of the lineup, leading the Stealth with two RBIs. The right-handed hitter went 1-for-2 for the day. Rilyn, Riley, and Ella F each had one hit for the Stealth. Ashley led the team with two walks. The team showed patience at the plate, accumulating seven walks for the game. The Stealth played flawlessly in the field, with Ruby S having the most chances with three. Jenna A and Harper each had one hit for the Shooting Stars - Bussey 11U. Harper, Nara, Makayla, and Ava each drove in one run. The Shooting Stars - Bussey 11U demonstrated a keen eye at the plate, earning eight walks for the game. Makayla and Ava led the team with two walks each.