Softball Recap: Loyola Academy Ramblers vs. Saint Viator Lions
Loyola Academy scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. Everything went their way against the Saint Viator Lions as the Loyola Academy Ramblers made off with a 22-10 victory. The team's explosion at the plate also rewarded Loyola Academy with their most commanding win of the season.
Paige Smith was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and a stolen base. Another player making a difference was Sophie Wilhelm, who scored three runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
On Saint Viator's side, Maggie Ratzki and Alexis Horn did some serious damage despite the final result: Ratzki scored two runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4, while Horn scored two runs while going 3-for-3. Stella Zafiris was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base.
The win made it two in a row for Loyola Academy and bumps their season record up to 13-11. As for Saint Viator, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last ten games, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-19 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Loyola Academy will take on Benet Academy at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Saint Viator, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Glenbrook South, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m.
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