Softball Recap: Auburn Rockets vs. Doherty Memorial Highlanders
Auburn entered their matchup against Doherty Memorial on Wednesday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Auburn Rockets fell victim to a tough 15-3 defeat at the hands of the Doherty Memorial Highlanders. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Auburn in their matchups with Doherty Memorial: they've now lost five in a row.
For Doherty Memorial's part, Frances McMahon made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits (and only one walk). McMahon has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. McMahon was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Audrey Lefebvre was incredible, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Nariah Horton, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Auburn's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Doherty Memorial, their victory bumped their record up to 4-1.
Auburn will be playing at home against Leicester at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Doherty Memorial, they are on the road again on Friday to play Uxbridge at 3:30 p.m.
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