Softball Recap: Scranton Prep Cavaliers vs. Valley View Cougars
Scranton Prep was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 12-4 to the Valley View Cougars. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Scranton Prep of the 15-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
For Valley View's part, Abbi Call made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over seven innings while giving up four earned runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Call has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances. Call was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with a home run, four RBI, and a double.
In other batting news, Valley View got a massive performance out of Kalli Karwowski, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5. Cora Castellani was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5.
Scranton Prep's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Valley View, the victory was the 11th in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 13-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Scranton Prep will face off against Scranton at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Valley View, they will head out on the road to challenge Abington Heights at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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