Softball Recap: Millard Eagles vs. Milford Tigers
Millard can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 21-7 margin over the Milford Tigers. The win was just what Millard needed coming off of a 12-5 loss in their prior matchup.
Macie Wade made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off nine hits. Wade was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kadi Dearden, who scored five runs while going 4-for-5. Halle Warner was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with two RBI.
On Milford's side, McKinlee Curtis and Karsydi Vetsch did some serious damage despite the final result: Curtis scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3, while Vetsch scored three runs while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Paizlee Florence, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, Milford didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with ten strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Millard only tossed six.
Millard's victory bumped their record up to 3-10. As for Milford, their defeat ended a four-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 9-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Millard will square off against Water Canyon at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Milford, they will head out on the road to take on Enterprise at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Enterprise is coming into the match with seven straight wins at home, so Milford will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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