Softball Recap: University School of Jackson Bruins vs. Silverdale Academy Seahawks
University School of Jackson and Silverdale Academy squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but University School of Jackson had to settle for second. They lost 8-2 to the Silverdale Academy Seahawks. University School of Jackson has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Silverdale Academy's part, Ella Cunningham spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on six hits and racked up six Ks. Cunningham has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Emry Masterson, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Braylee Raby, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
University School of Jackson's defeat dropped their record down to 13-7. As for Silverdale Academy, the win (which was their 37th in a row) raised their record to 50-3.
University School of Jackson didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 2-0 victory vs. Lakeway Christian Academy on the 23rd. Silverdale Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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