Softball Recap: Oxford Prep Griffins vs. Falls Lake Firebirds
After a string of five wins, Oxford Prep's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They fell just short of the Falls Lake Firebirds by a score of 7-6. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Oxford Prep has scored all season.
Hayley Gilleland was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: she tossed seven innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits.
At the plate, Abbey Drake made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Marleigh Swanner, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two runs.
On Falls Lake's side, Wynterlee Glenn spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and one unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up 12 Ks. Glenn has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Kayla Cash was a standout: she scored two runs while going 1-for-4. Another player making a difference was Jolie Sensenig, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Having lost for the first time this season, Oxford Prep fell to 5-1. As for Falls Lake, their victory bumped their record up to 2-4.
Oxford Prep will play host again on Monday to welcome Franklin Academy, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Franklin Academy has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.5 runs per game on average), something Oxford Prep will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Falls Lake, they will head out on the road to face off against Wake Prep Academy at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Wake Prep Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 11.7 runs per game this season.
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