Softball Recap: Munster triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Morgan Kindy

By Team Reports May 27, 2024, 1:28pm

Softball Recap: Munster Mustangs vs. Hammond Central Wolves

Munster extended their postseason success on Thursday against Hammond Central. They never let the Hammond Central Wolves onto the board and left with a 10-0 victory. Munster might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 13 matches by six runs or more this season.

Munster got a great performance from Kaylee O'Connell as she didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. O'Connell has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive pitching appearances.

At the plate, Morgan Kindy was excellent, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. Cece Mason was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases.

The win made it two in a row for Munster and bumps their season record up to 21-10. As for Hammond Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 12 of their last 15 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-15 record this season.

Munster didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 10-1 defeat vs. Lake Central on the 24th. Hammond Central does not have any more games scheduled as of now.

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