Softball Recap: Xavier Hawks vs. Ripon Tigers
Xavier had lost three games at home, but after bumping their record up to 7-6 on Friday that streak is in the rearview. They skirted past the Ripon Tigers 6-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Hawks have posted since April 10th.
Addison Hervey
| 05/02/25 vs Ripon | 2 |
| 04/29/25 vs West De Pere | 1 |
| 04/28/25 @ Shawano Community | 1 |
| 04/25/25 @ Two Rivers | 0 |
Addison Hervey was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kalia Stammer, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles and two RBI. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high. Elianna Riehl also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Xavier hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Ripon struck out nine times.
As for Ripon, their defeat was their 13th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 4-11. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss they have suffered since May 13, 2024.
On Ripon's side, Lily Kwakkel was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Jocelyn Baker, who went 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Coming up, Xavier will welcome Menasha at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ripon, they will square off against Winneconne at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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