Softball Recap: Dorman has no trouble against Gaffney

By Team Reports Apr 16, 2024, 8:14am

Softball Recap: Dorman Cavaliers vs. Gaffney Indians

Dorman's game last Wednesday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Gaffney Indians by a score of 8-3. That five run margin sets a new team best for Dorman this season.

Logan Smith made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Smith was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with a stolen base.

In other batting news, Kayleigh Rapalee was excellent, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Abby Queen was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.

Dorman's win ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-9. As for Gaffney, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-7.

Dorman didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 12-5 victory vs. Spartanburg on the 15th. Gaffney has also already played their next game, a 6-4 win against Chase on the 15th.

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