Softball Recap: James Logan Colts vs. Kennedy Titans
James Logan waltzed into their matchup on Tuesday with 11 straight wins... but they left with 12. They came out on top against the Kennedy Titans by a score of 6-1. That's more bragging rights for James Logan, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Anastasia Marquez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on three hits and racked up 13 Ks. Those 13 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
At the plate, Ava Medellin was incredible, firing off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Malia Athey, who went 1-for-3 with a home run.
On Kennedy's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Marilyn Rivas gave up five earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits. Rivas has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Hannah Cornell was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two doubles and an RBI.
James Logan's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 14-1. As for Kennedy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season.
James Logan will take on Moreau Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Moreau Catholic is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.1 runs per game this season. As for Kennedy, they will be playing at home against Washington at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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