Softball Recap: Scripps Ranch Falcons vs. Mt. Carmel Sundevils
Scripps Ranch stacked a fifth blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Wednesday. They were the clear victor by a 12-5 margin over the Mt. Carmel Sundevils. Scripps Ranch's victory was all the more impressive since Mt. Carmel was averaging only 4.07 runs allowed on the season.
Lily Eigen spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on eight hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Becca Boskin, who fired off two home runs and four RBI while going 3-for-4. Eva Frye was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 3-for-3.
On Mt. Carmel's side, Clara Carter made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Maddy Heikkila, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
The win was the fifth in a row for Scripps Ranch, bringing their record for this year to 8-3. Those good results were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.2 runs per game. As for Mt. Carmel, they dropped their record down to 7-7 with that loss, which was their third straight at home.
Scripps Ranch will head out on the road to take on Canyon Crest Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Scripps Ranch is facing Canyon Crest Academy at the right time seeing as Canyon Crest Academy is stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Mt. Carmel, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome La Costa Canyon at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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