Softball Recap: Nute Rams vs. Portsmouth Christian Academy Eagles
Nute was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 16-1 to the Portsmouth Christian Academy Eagles. Having soared to a lofty 20 runs in the game before, Nute couldn't push the score so high this time.
For Portsmouth Christian Academy's part, Kora Mackenzie was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out eight over 4.2 innings pitched. Mackenzie has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Mackenzie was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Eliza Arwood, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Molly Conner, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Nute's defeat dropped their record down to 2-15. As for Portsmouth Christian Academy, the win was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 12-4.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: they beat Nute by a score of 16-1 later that day.
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