Softball Recap: Franklinton wins going away against Rocky Mount

By Team Reports Apr 23, 2024, 6:18pm

Softball Recap: Franklinton Rams vs. Rocky Mount Gryphons

Franklinton scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Rocky Mount Gryphons as the Franklinton Rams made off with a 29-11 win. With that victory, Franklinton brought their scoring average up to 7.9 runs per game.

Madison Lada made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off only two hits. Lada has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Lada was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Allie Mabrey, who went 4-for-4 with a home run, five runs, and six RBI. Brooke Garbooshian was another key contributor, scoring five runs while going 5-for-5.

On Rocky Mount's side, Jada Bernard led a balanced group of hitters, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2. The team also got some help courtesy of Emily Tinklepaugh, who scored two runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.

Franklinton's win bumped their record up to 5-7. As for Rocky Mount, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-18.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Franklinton will challenge Southern Nash at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Southern Nash will roll in looking for their 18th straight victory, something Franklinton surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rocky Mount, they will head out on the road to face off against Northern Nash at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Northern Nash is coming into the game with five straight losses at home, meaning Rocky Mount will have to defend against a team hungry for a win.

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