Softball Recap: Basha extends home winning streak to 24

By Team Reports Apr 10, 2024, 10:42pm

Softball Recap: Basha Bears vs. Chandler Wolves

In what's become a running theme this season, Basha gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 17-5 margin over the Chandler Wolves. The victory was nothing new for Basha as they're now sitting on eight straight.

Kylee Duffy looked comfortable as she tossed two innings while giving up no earned run off two hits (she also only allowed one walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive pitching appearances.

On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on MiaLania Ocampo, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs. Another player making a difference was Vaeh Luna, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, a stolen base, and two RBI.

On Chandler's side, Madison Sauni made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs while going 2-for-3.

Basha pushed their record up to 22-1-1 with that win, which was their 24th straight at home dating back to last season. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.4 runs per game. As for Chandler, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 12-11 record this season.

Basha will challenge Xavier College Prep at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams have allowed few runs on average, (Xavier College Prep: 2.9, Basha: 1.8) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Chandler, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Hamilton at 3:45 p.m. Hamilton's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Chandler's hitters will have their work cut out for them.

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