Team USA, Monica Abbott wins World Championship,

Team USA, Monica Abbott wins World Championship

Former Lady Vol Monica Abbott earned a win for Team USA in its 3-2 victory over Japan Wednesday.

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Team USA won the championship at the World Games in Birmingham, Alabama.

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Abbott relieved starter Ally Carda and pitched four innings.

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She allowed two runs, seven hits and two walks, while striking out three.

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Abbott recorded 102 pitches, totaling 65 strikes, against 24 batters.

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She competed for Team USA during the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo,

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winning a silver medal as the sport returned after a 12-year hiatus.

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