California High School Softball - Holy Family topped by Alverno
April 25, 2012: Glendale, CA 91205 In Wednesday's league contest, the Alverno Jaguars (Sierra Madre, CA) softball team overwhelmed the host Holy Family Gaels (Glendale, CA), by a margin of 11-0.
With the triumph, Alverno moves its record to 7-5 on the year. The Jaguars travel to Sacred Heart of Jesus (Los Angeles, CA) to play the Comets in a Horizon contest on Thursday, April 26. The Comets come into the contest with a record of 5-8. Sacred Heart of Jesus lost 9-2 in their recent league contest against Bishop Conaty-Loretto (Los Angeles, CA)
In their next game, the Gaels play the Sacred Heart of Jesus Comets (Los Angeles, CA) in a Horizon contest, on Tuesday, May 1. Holy Family will attempt to move on its 6-11 season record.
Game Summary
Alverno defeated Holy family today for the second time this season. Alverno's offense started strong, scoring 9 of the 11 runs in the first two innings, finishing the game with the last 2 runs in the seventh inning. Alverno's freshman pitcher, Saurenman gets credited with the win and a shutout in her starting debut with 9 strike outs, while Holy Family's Lomeli gets the loss with 6 strike outs and 6 earned runs. Outstanding performers for Alverno include; Rivas - 4 for 5 with a Double and a tripple, Vior - 3 for 4 with 3 RBI's, Rodriguez - 2 for 3 with a double, and Gervais - 2 for 4 with 2 doubles. This game puts Alverno 4-0 in league and tied with San Gabriel Mission for first place.
