Softball Recap: Apple Valley Eagles vs. Mankato West Scarlets
Sadly, Apple Valley is still looking for their first win of the season after six matchups. They took a 10-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Mankato West Scarlets on Saturday. One positive for Apple Valley, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
Amelia Duran made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-4. Amber Lindquist was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Even though they lost, Apple Valley was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Apple Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Mankato West, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games, which provided a nice bump to their 6-2 record this season.
Apple Valley didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next contest, a 7-1 loss vs. St. Peter on the 20th. As for Mankato West, they will head out on the road to challenge Century at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Century's pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so Mankato West's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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