Softball Recap: Ava Texeira's big game can't quite lead Bishop Stang over Apponequet Regional

By Team Reports May 25, 2024, 9:43am

Softball Recap: Bishop Stang Spartans vs. Apponequet Regional Lakers

Bishop Stang fell victim to Apponequet Regional and their airtight pitching crew on Saturday. They lost 6-0 to the Apponequet Regional Lakers. Bishop Stang was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Apponequet Regional apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April.

Bishop Stang saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ava Texeira, who went 2-for-3 with a double.

On Apponequet Regional's side, the result came thanks to Lauren Bernaiche's shutout, as she gave up just three hits and racked up 11 Ks. Bernaiche has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season.

At the plate, Marissa Kelly was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run and four RBI. Caleigh Venuti was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.

Bishop Stang has traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 12 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-13 record this season. As for Apponequet Regional, they pushed their record up to 17-4 with that victory, which was their eighth straight at home.

As of now, neither Bishop Stang nor Apponequet Regional have any future games scheduled.

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