Softball Recap: Norcom Greyhounds vs. Manor Mustangs
Norcom was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They fell victim to a tough 25-2 loss at the hands of the Manor Mustangs. Having soared to a lofty 13 runs in the game before, Norcom couldn't push the score so high this time.
For Manor's part, Aliyah Painter and Alana Buck made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Painter tossed 2.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off one hit (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Buck tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (she also didn't allow any walks). At bat, Painter scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances, while Buck scored three runs while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Willow Wilson, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Tiffany Hensley, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Norcom's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Manor, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 4-4.
Norcom will be playing in front of their home fans against Woodside at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Woodside knows how to get runs on the board -- the squad has finished with flashy run totals in its past three games -- so hopefully Norcom likes a good challenge. As for Manor, they will head out on the road to challenge Norview at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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