Softball Recap: Bishop Ireton wins going away against Elizabeth Seton

By Team Reports Apr 20, 2024, 11:38am

Softball Recap: Bishop Ireton Cardinals vs. Elizabeth Seton

In what's become a running theme this season, Bishop Ireton gave their fans yet another huge victory on Friday. They blew past Elizabeth Seton 19-6. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Bishop Ireton also won the last time the pair played back in March.

Ciara Funk made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit (and not a single walk). Funk has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Funk was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.

In other batting news, Bishop Ireton let Sarah Finamore and Caroline Dick loose on the outfield. Finamore scored four runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances, while Dick scored two runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Annie Simon, who scored two runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.

The win made it two in a row for Bishop Ireton and bumps their season record up to 7-5. As for Elizabeth Seton, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-7 record this season.

Bishop Ireton will be playing at home against Our Lady of Good Counsel at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Elizabeth Seton, they will head out on the road to take on Paul VI at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.

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