Softball Game Recap: Doherty Memorial Takes a Loss

By Team Reports May 8, 2024, 9:38am

Softball Recap: Doherty Memorial Highlanders vs. St. Paul Knights

Doherty Memorial fell victim to St. Paul and their airtight pitching crew on Wednesday. They lost 6-0 to the St. Paul Knights. Doherty Memorial's defeat continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row.

Frances McMahon spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned runs on seven hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season.

Doherty Memorial's loss dropped their record down to 4-4. As for St. Paul, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-1.

Doherty Memorial will head out on the road to face off against Grafton at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Grafton is coming into the matchup with four straight defeats at home, meaning Doherty Memorial will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for St. Paul, they will head out on the road to challenge Tantasqua Regional at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams will come into the game having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.

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