Softball Recap: Boardman Spartans vs. North Rangers
Boardman had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 10-7 victory over the North Rangers on Saturday. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Boardman considering their one-run performance the game before.
Victoria Strines made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits. Strines was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with a home run, two runs, and a triple.
In other batting news, Leah Habeger was excellent, scoring a run while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Alex Ward, who scored two runs while going 1-for-4.
On North's side, Taylor Bard spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and seven unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Brynne Smith made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Lily Namestnik was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
Boardman now has a winning record of 8-7. As for North, their loss ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 11-4.
Boardman will take on Austintown-Fitch at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Austintown-Fitch will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something Boardman surely won't give up without a fight. As for North, they will head out on the road to challenge Gilmour Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Gilmour Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so North's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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