Toronto starts season with victory against Brooke

By Team Reports Mar 24, 2024, 8:28am

Recap: Toronto Red Knights vs. Brooke Bruins

Toronto had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 15-13 win over the Brooke Bruins on Saturday. The final score was a far cry from the score of their previous head-to-head, which saw the teams combine for three runs.

Michelle Anderson was incredible, going 3-for-5 with three runs, four RBI, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Callie Anderson, who scored a run while going 4-for-5.

On Brooke's side, Wyntar McQuiston and Maggie Diserio stepped up to the plate in a big way. McQuiston scored a run while going 2-for-5, while Diserio went 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI. Maia Diserio was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.

Even though they lost, Brooke was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .444. That's the best batting average they've managed all season.

Brooke's loss was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-5.

Toronto will take on Southern at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Brooke, they will head out on the road to challenge Wheeling Park at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Brooke will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last.

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