Softball Recap: Northwest Indians vs. Triway Titans
Northwest was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took an 11-7 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Triway Titans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Northwest of the 12-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Monday.
Caroline Metzger made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with a home run, five RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Lily Lyons, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
On Triway's side, Carter Wachtel was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned run off two hits (and not a single walk). Wachtel has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in ten consecutive pitching appearances. Wachtel was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with a home run, three runs, and a double.
In other batting news, Hanna Massaro was a standout: she went 4-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Michelle Lyons was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and a double.
Northwest's defeat dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Triway, their win was their 11th straight at home, which pushed their record up to 18-1.
Northwest is on the road again on Thursday to play Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy at 5:00 p.m. Northwest is facing Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy at the right time seeing as Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Triway, they will head out on the road to square off against Revere at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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