Softball Recap: Edison Eagles vs. Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology Colonials
Edison stacked a fourth blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 14-7 margin over the Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology Colonials. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Edison.
Caitlyn Lankford spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and three unearned) runs on six hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Jazmyn Roberson was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs. Marley Jackson was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology's side, Alana Watkins made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Katherine Murphy, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Even though they lost, Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with 11 strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Edison only tossed six.
Edison's victory was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 7-1. As for Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7.
Coincidentally, the pair will both be playing Mount Vernon the next time they take the field. Edison will host Mount Vernon at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, while Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology will head out to face them at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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