Softball Recap: Emmett picks up sixth straight win at home

By Team Reports Apr 27, 2024, 7:22am

Softball Recap: Emmett Huskies vs. Fruitland Grizzlies

Emmett put the finishing touches on their 11th blowout victory of the season on Friday. They put the hurt on the Fruitland Grizzlies with a sharp 11-1 victory. The win made it back-to-back victories for Emmett.

Natalie Goslin was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Goslin has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Goslin was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Raegyn Dupree, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Kayla Vahlberg was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and a stolen base.

Emmett pushed their record up to 13-4 with that win, which was their sixth straight at home. As for Fruitland, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-16 record this season.

Emmett will stay at home for another game and welcome Bishop Kelly at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Bishop Kelly will roll in looking for their 16th straight victory, something Emmett surely won't give up without a fight. As for Fruitland, they will head out on the road to take on McCall-Donnelly at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. McCall-Donnelly is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season.

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