Softball Recap: Collegiate triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Harper Murphy

By Team Reports May 11, 2024, 6:54am

Softball Recap: Collegiate Cougars vs. St. Margaret's Scotties

Collegiate came into Friday's matchup having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top against the St. Margaret's Scotties on Friday by a score of 15-0 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). The high-scoring effort was just what Collegiate needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.

Leah Proffitt made a splash no matter where she played. She pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Proffitt has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Proffitt was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.

In other batting news, Harper Murphy was incredible, going 2-for-2 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Ravenna Evarts, who scored two runs while going 2-for-2.

Collegiate's win bumped their record up to 6-14. As for St. Margaret's, their defeat was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-12.

The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Collegiate beat St. Margaret's by a score of 15-0.

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