Softball Recap: Marian Catholic Spartans vs. Chicago Christian Knights
Marian Catholic can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They never let the Chicago Christian Knights onto the board and left with a 17-0 victory. Marian Catholic's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Jackie Pollock made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only one hit while striking out ten over four innings pitched. Pollock has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Pollock was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Marian Catholic let Gracie Jensen and Jasmine Venson loose on the outfield. Jensen went 3-for-3 with six RBI, three runs, and a double, while Venson scored three runs and stole three bases while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Evie Lesina, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
Marian Catholic's win bumped their record up to 2-7. As for Chicago Christian, their defeat dropped their record down to 3-2.
Marian Catholic will head out on the road to challenge Saint Viator at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Chicago Christian, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Wheaton Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Chicago Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season.
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