Softball Recap: Cumberland Pirates vs. Okaw Valley Timberwolves
Cumberland won the last time they faced Okaw Valley, and things went their way on Wednesday too. The Cumberland Pirates blew past the Okaw Valley Timberwolves 17-5.
Cumberland got a great performance from Mia Holsapple as she pitched six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Avery Donsbach, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Jade Carr was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-5.
On Okaw Valley's side, they saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lana Ashley, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Ashley has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.
Cumberland's victory bumped their record up to 8-13. As for Okaw Valley, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-10.
Cumberland will be playing at home against Cerro Gordo/Bement at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Cerro Gordo/Bement is coming into the matchup with four straight losses on the road, meaning Cumberland will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Okaw Valley, they will square off against Lincolnwood at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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