Softball Recap: Carson Cougars vs. Robinson Bulldogs
Carson scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 12-6 margin over the Robinson Bulldogs. The team's explosion at the plate also rewarded Carson with their most commanding win of the season.
Caylee Snow was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. Snow was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mckenzie Powers, who went 1-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. Evie White was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
Like Carson, Robinson also got a great game from a two-way player: Aniyah Jones. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. Jones was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Kendall Stephens was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Morgan Shane, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
The win made it two in a row for Carson and bumps their season record up to 3-11. As for Robinson, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-9.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Carson will take on Northwest Cabarrus at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Northwest Cabarrus is coming into the contest with four straight victories on the road, so Carson will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Robinson, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Lake Norman Charter at 5:30 p.m.
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