Softball Recap: Joel Barlow Falcons vs. Kolbe-Cathedral Cougars
Joel Barlow can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Monday. They walked away with an 8-5 win over the Kolbe-Cathedral Cougars. For Joel Barlow, this counts as revenge for the 17-5 loss Kolbe-Cathedral walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April.
Maggie Jimenez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in six consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Alisen McTague was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Keira Riley, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Joel Barlow's victory bumped their record up to 5-14. As for Kolbe-Cathedral, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 11 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-11 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Joel Barlow will take on Harding at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Harding is coming into the game with four straight defeats at home, meaning Joel Barlow will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Kolbe-Cathedral, they will head out on the road to challenge Career Magnet at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Kolbe-Cathedral is facing Career Magnet at the right time seeing as Career Magnet is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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