Softball Recap: Providence Pioneers vs. Austin Eagles
Providence scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Austin Eagles a 19-0 shutout. The high-scoring effort was just what Providence needed considering they were shutout in their previous game.
Baileigh Schneider was incredible, scoring three runs while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Bella Leasor, who scored two runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Providence's win bumped their record up to 7-10. As for Austin, they are on a nine-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-15.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Providence will take on Southwestern at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Southwestern's pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Providence's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Austin, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Switzerland County at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Switzerland County is coming into the matchup with ten straight losses on the road, meaning Austin will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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