Softball Recap: East Liverpool Potters vs. Bellaire Big Reds
East Liverpool was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss. They suffered a tough 16-2 defeat at the hands of the Bellaire Big Reds. East Liverpool was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Bellaire apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2016.
For Bellaire's part, Marissa Pacifico was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits (and not a single walk). Pacifico has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Pacifico was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Avery Shaver, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, four runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Allie Ault, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
East Liverpool's defeat dropped their record down to 1-14-1. As for Bellaire, their win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-12.
East Liverpool will challenge Union Local at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Bellaire, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Beaver at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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