Softball Recap: Peddie Falcons vs. Mercersburg Academy Blue Storm
Peddie was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell 6-1 to the Mercersburg Academy Blue Storm. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Peddie of the 17-7 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Mercersburg Academy's part, Quinlan Caretti spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on five hits and racked up six Ks. Caretti has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in nine consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Adi Rinker was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Kamden Jenkins, who scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Peddie's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Mercersburg Academy, the win got them back to even at 5-5.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: they beat Peddie by a score of 16-2 later that day.
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