Softball Recap: Salem Comes Up Short

Salem fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against Cape Henry Collegiate on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They came up short against the Dolphins, falling 17-8.

Evie Miani was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-5 with two runs, two doubles, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Madison Twiford, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.

Salem's defeat dropped their record down to 5-8. As for Cape Henry Collegiate, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 10-3.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salem will host Landstown at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Cape Henry Collegiate, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against First Colonial at 4:30 p.m. The Dolphins' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Patriots have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season.