Softball Recap: Hackett Catholic Prep's Losing Streak Is a Thing of the Past

After low-scoring totals in their previous four game, Hackett Catholic Prep brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Martin Clippers 13-12. The victory was some much needed relief for the Fighting Irish as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.

Ellie Kling was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. Kling was also big at the plate, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with four runs, two doubles, and one RBI. Those doubles were her first of the season.

In other batting news, Avery Doerr was incredible, going 3-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was Alexa Rosell, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two RBI, one run, and one double.

Hackett Catholic Prep now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Martin, the defeat was their first on the road , dropping their record down to 4-3.

Hackett Catholic Prep will have a chance to go back-to-back against the Clippers: the pair will be back at it again later today.