Softball Recap: Ten Straight Road Victories for Auburn Riverside

Auburn Riverside won the last time they faced Kennedy Catholic and things went their way on Monday too. Auburn Riverside blew past Kennedy Catholic 17-2. The Ravens might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matchups by 14 runs or more this season.

Danica Butler made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in May of 2024. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and one triple. That triple was her first of the season.

In other pitching news, Kylee Curtis looked comfortable as she tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up a single walk in five consecutive appearances.

Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Hannah Potter, who fired off three home runs, eight RBI, and two doubles while going 5-for-6. Siena Cole also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.

Auburn Riverside lost a few balls and finished the game with five home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.

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Previous Games (Away)

03/31/25 @ Kennedy Catholic	17-2
03/27/25 @ Auburn	18-0
03/20/25 @ Fife	21-7
03/18/25 @ Federal Way	18-1
05/25/24 @ University	15-4
+ 5 more games

Auburn Riverside pushed their record up to 4-2 with the win, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.9 runs on average over those games. As for Kennedy Catholic, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-4 record this season.

We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Auburn Riverside is set to take on their familiar foe Kentwood at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Kennedy Catholic will square off against rival Mt. Rainier at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.