Softball Recap: Waterloo extends home winning streak to nine

By Team Reports Mar 26, 2024, 4:45pm

Softball Recap: Waterloo Cougars vs. Belmont Cardinals

Waterloo lost to Belmont back in March of 2022, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. The Waterloo Cougars narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Belmont Cardinals 3-2. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Waterloo.

Addie Pollard made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over eight innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Pollard was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sarah Allen, who went 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Caroline Lambert, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.

Waterloo's victory was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 13-3-1. As for Belmont, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-9.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Waterloo will take on Belgreen at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Belmont, they will be playing at home against Mantachie at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.

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