Taking over as the Gators' No. 1 pitcher this season, sophomore Megan Hyson has been nothing short of sensational.

How good? Can it get any better than no-hitting No. 1 and two-time defending Class 4A state champ Chesapeake-AA in a 2-0 win on Monday. The victory came against the Cougars' senior pitcher and two-time Metro Player of the Year, Lauren Gibson.

Hyson also provided the game-winning hit, a run-scoring double in the first inning as the Gators improved to 2-0 on the saeson.

Chesapeake coach Don Ellenberger said he was not completely surprised about the outcome.

"When we played them last year, she came in later in the game and shut us down," he said.

While defending Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland A Conference champion Spalding remains the team to beat behind senior pitcher Elaine Nescio, the Gators and Hyson will be in the thicks of things.

Jackie Boswell has returned as coach at Seton Keough this season, replacing coach Dave Bowyer.