Softball Recap: Denfeld Hunters vs. Superior Spartans
Denfeld was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They lost 13-2 to the Superior Spartans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Denfeld of the 8-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Superior's part, Ari Robillard made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Robillard was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Paige Johnson was incredible, going 4-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. She has been hot recently, having posted three or more RBI the last three times she's played. Keira Corbett was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 3-for-3.
Denfeld's loss dropped their record down to 1-11. As for Superior, they pushed their record up to 7-4-1 with that victory, which was their third straight on the road.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Denfeld will take on Hibbing at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. Hibbing's pitching crew has only allowed 0.9 runs per game this season, so Denfeld's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Superior, they will be playing at home against Grand Rapids at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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