Softball Recap: Kearns Cougars vs. Highland Rams
In what's become a running theme this season, Kearns gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. They put the hurt on the Highland Rams with a sharp 19-2 victory. The win was just what Kearns needed coming off of an 18-1 defeat in their prior matchup.
Kallie Stocking made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Stocking has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Stocking was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Haylee Heaton, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Maliyah Solomon was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
On Highland's side, they saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Olivia Carr, who went 1-for-2 with a stolen base and an RBI.
Kearns' victory ended an eight-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 6-2. As for Highland, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Kearns will take on Cottonwood at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Highland, they will be playing at home against Olympus at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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