Softball Recap: Father Ryan Irish vs. Franklin Road Academy Panthers
Sadly, Father Ryan is still looking for their first win of the season after five games. They fell just short of the Franklin Road Academy Panthers by a score of 5-4 on Friday.
For Franklin Road Academy's part, Millie Pardue was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 18 over seven innings pitched. Pardue has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Pardue was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Pardue wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Madeline Hartleroad, who went 2-for-3 with an RBI.
Father Ryan's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Franklin Road Academy, their win bumped their record up to 7-2.
Father Ryan will be playing in front of their home fans against Christ Presbyterian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Franklin Road Academy will take on Ensworth at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Ensworth is coming into the match with five straight losses on the road, meaning Franklin Road Academy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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