Recap: Connelly School of the Holy Child vs. Bishop Ireton Cardinals
Connelly School of the Holy Child couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. Their rough 17-0 loss to the Bishop Ireton Cardinals on Thursday might stick with them for a while. The defeat means Connelly School of the Holy Child is still on the hunt for the season's first 'W'.
For Bishop Ireton's part, Kolby Curry was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Curry was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Caroline Dick was incredible, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4. Sarah Finamore was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
The victory was the fourth in a row for Bishop Ireton, bringing their record for this year to 5-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Connelly School of the Holy Child will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Episcopal at 4:15 p.m. on April 23rd. As for Bishop Ireton, they will head out on the road to challenge Our Lady of Good Counsel at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Bishop Ireton is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.2 runs per game this season.
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