Softball Recap: East Forest/West Forest Takes a Loss

East Forest/West Forest had lost three straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 0-5 to make it four. They came up short against the Redbank Valley Bulldogs, falling 11-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bulldogs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-2 back in April.

As for Redbank Valley, their win bumped their record up to 9-6. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for their hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.

For Redbank Valley's part, East Forest/West Forest's batters probably weren't too happy with Mackenzie Foringer, who pitched a no hitter and racked up ten Ks (she gave up zero walks). Foringer has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.

On the hitting side, Redbank Valley let Alara Altobelli and Quinn White run wild. Altobelli went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one double, and one RBI, while White went 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That's the most hits Altobelli has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Summer Bish, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI and one run.

Coming up, East Forest/West Forest will face off against Brockway at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Redbank Valley, they will host Johnsonburg at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rams have averaged an impressive 6.4 runs per game this season.