Softball Recap: Montpelier Locomotives vs. Delta Panthers
In what's become a running theme this season, Montpelier gave their fans yet another huge win on Saturday. They were the clear victor by an 8-2 margin over the Delta Panthers. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Montpelier also won the last time the pair played back in April of 2023.
Madelyn Hopper made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits. Hopper has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Hopper was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Kelsie Bumb was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Lyla Mahan was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4.
On Delta's side, they saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kate Friess, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Montpelier now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Delta, they are on a seven-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-9.
Montpelier will head out on the road to face off against Antwerp at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Delta, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Liberty Center at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Liberty Center is coming into the contest with four straight victories on the road, so Delta will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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