Softball Recap: Chazy Eagles vs. Boquet Valley Griffins
Chazy came tearing into Wednesday's matchup with five straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 13.2 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They blew past the Boquet Valley Griffins 11-5. The result was nothing new for Chazy, who have now won five games by six runs or more so far this season.
Kennedy Columbus spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on five hits and racked up 13 Ks. She also set a new season high mark in walks with no.
On the hitting side, Pender Bechard was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen two or more in the last five games she's played. Sam Gonyo was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
Chazy's win was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-1. As for Boquet Valley, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Chazy will take on Willsboro Central at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Chazy knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past six contests -- so hopefully Willsboro Central likes a good challenge. As for Boquet Valley, they will be playing at home against Lake Placid at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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