Softball Recap: Pierce Comes Up Short Despite Jessa Kraft's Strong Performance

By Team Reports Sep 13, 2024, 7:37am

Softball Recap: Pierce Bluejays vs. NEN

Pierce lost against NEN back in September of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Pierce Bluejays came up short against NEN, falling 14-6. The Bluejays have struggled against the recently, as their match on Thursday was their sixth consecutive lost matchup.

Jessa Kraft made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with a home run. The team also got some help courtesy of Savannah Beutler, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2.

Pierce's loss dropped their record down to 4-10. As for NEN, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests, which provided a nice bump to their 10-3 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Pierce will host Wayne on Tuesday. As for NEN, they will play host again on Monday to welcome Guardian Angels Central Catholic, where first pitch is scheduled. NEN is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.9 runs per game this season.

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