Softball Recap: Princeton Bulldogs vs. Goldsboro Cougars
Princeton won the last time they faced Goldsboro, and things went their way on Wednesday too. Everything went the Princeton Bulldogs' way against the Goldsboro Cougars as the Princeton Bulldogs made off with a 14-4 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Princeton.
Mary Rachel Uzzell and Graci Martin were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Uzzell tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Meanwhile, Martin struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off four hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. At bat, Uzzell went 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI, while Martin scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Kaydon Roberson was a standout: she scored two runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances. Alyvia Bleigh was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Princeton's victory ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-9. As for Goldsboro, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Princeton will face off against Spring Creek at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Goldsboro, they will head out on the road to challenge North Johnston at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. North Johnston is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.5 runs per game this season.
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