Softball Recap: Eastern Musketeers vs. Charlestown Pirates
Eastern fell victim to Charlestown and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They lost 7-0 to the Charlestown Pirates. Eastern has not had much luck with Charlestown recently, as the team's come up short the last eight times they've met.
Bracie Jackson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered seven earned runs on ten hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On Charlestown's side, Mia Long was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Avarie Freiberger, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Eastern's loss dropped their record down to 3-12. As for Charlestown, their win was their 17th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-2.
Eastern is on the road again on Saturday to play Covenant Christian at 10:00 a.m. Covenant Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.6 runs per game this season. As for Charlestown, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Bedford North Lawrence at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Bedford North Lawrence will roll in looking for their ninth straight victory, something Charlestown surely won't give up without a fight.
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