Softball Recap: Provo Takes a Loss

Provo had lost three straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 4-15 to make it four. They came up short against the Highland Rams, falling 25-14. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bulldogs of the 22-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2022.

Tava'Esina Albert made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and fired off two home runs, two stolen bases, and three runs while going 4-for-4. Josie Castellanos was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.

As for Highland, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-5. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

On Highland's side, Makayla Eicholtz was incredible, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with four runs. Those four runs gave Eicholtz a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Norah Schriever, who went 2-for-6 with five RBI.

Coming up, Provo will square off against Mountain View at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Bruins have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 9.09 runs per game on average), something the Bulldogs will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Highland, they will take on Skyline at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Rams will need to watch out since the Eagles have now posted at least ten runs in their last three matches.