Softball Recap: Old Forge takes down Bucktail in a playoff battle

By Team Reports Jun 3, 2024, 11:57am

Softball Recap: Old Forge Blue Devils vs. Bucktail Bucks

Old Forge extended their postseason success on Monday against Bucktail. They came out on top against the Bucktail Bucks by a score of 6-3. Winning may never get old, but Old Forge sure is getting used to it with their fourth in a row.

Karen Sickle spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on four hits and racked up 15 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in 12 consecutive pitching appearances.

On the hitting side, Meghan Marianelli was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Ariana Davitt, who went 2-for-3 with a home run.

On Bucktail's side, Eva Sockman was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.

Old Forge pushed their record up to 19-5 with that victory, which was their ninth straight on the road. As for Bucktail, their defeat dropped their record down to 14-5.

As of now, neither Old Forge nor Bucktail have any future games scheduled.

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