Softball Preview: Mt. Vernon Rams vs. Newton Eagles
The Mt. Vernon Rams will face off against the Newton Eagles at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average, (Mt. Vernon: 3.9, Newton: 1) so any runs scored will be well earned.
On Thursday, Mt. Vernon earned a 9-5 victory over Mattoon.
Taylor Desmith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Desmith has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Desmith was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Addie Holloway, who went 3-for-4 with three doubles, three RBI, and a run. Josie Shirley was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
Meanwhile, Newton stacked a sixth blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by an 11-1 margin over Hutsonville/Palestine. The win made it back-to-back victories for Newton.
Mt. Vernon's win bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Newton, their victory bumped their record up to 7-1.
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