Softball Recap: Fairmont Heights Hornets vs. Oxon Hill Clippers
Fairmont Heights was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell victim to a tough 39-0 defeat at the hands of the Oxon Hill Clippers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Fairmont Heights of the 27-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Oxon Hill's part, Kennedy Woodruff was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Woodruff has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Woodruff was also stellar in the batter's box, going 5-for-5 with a home run, five runs, and six RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sydney Carter, who got on base in all six of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, six runs, and seven RBI. She hasn't dropped below three hits for four straight games. Lisbeth Marroquin was another key contributor, scoring five runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Fairmont Heights' defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Oxon Hill, their win was their 12th straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 7-0.
Fairmont Heights will take on Potomac on Friday. As for Oxon Hill, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Bladensburg at 4:30 p.m.
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