Softball Recap: Maynard Tigers vs. Notre Dame Academy Rebels
After losing to Notre Dame Academy the last time they met, Maynard decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Maynard Tigers sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-3 win over the Notre Dame Academy Rebels on Wednesday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Maynard.
Jillian Macfarlane spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on nine hits. She also set a new season high mark in walks with no.
On the hitting side, Maynard let Calleigh Currier and Sophia O?Brien loose on the outfield. Currier scored two runs while going 2-for-3, while O?Brien went 2-for-3 with a stolen base and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Ryleigh Raschi, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Maynard's victory bumped their record up to 4-1. As for Notre Dame Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.
Maynard will head out on the road to face off against Ayer Shirley at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Maynard has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Notre Dame Academy, they will be playing at home against Quabbin Regional at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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