Softball Recap: Wolcott RVT Wildcats vs. Nonnewaug Chiefs
Wolcott RVT was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 24-1 to the Nonnewaug Chiefs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Wolcott RVT of the 15-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
Shaylyn Gilbar made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-3 with a stolen base and an RBI.
On Nonnewaug's side, Jordan Kovach made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over five innings pitched. Kovach has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Kovach was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, Hannah Searles was incredible, going 4-for-5 with five RBI, two runs, and a stolen base. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Maryn Savarese was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-2.
Wolcott RVT's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 9-10. As for Nonnewaug, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 13-5.
Wolcott RVT will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Platt RVT at 3:45 a.m. Wolcott RVT is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 13.1 runs per game this season. As for Nonnewaug, they will head out on the road to face off against Terryville at 9:00 p.m. on Monday. The last six games Terryville has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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