Softball Recap: West Liberty-Salem Tigers vs. Catholic Central Irish
West Liberty-Salem had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Catholic Central Irish on Friday as the West Liberty-Salem Tigers made off with a 17-2 win. West Liberty-Salem's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Kennedy Wallace was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. Wallace has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Wallace was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Brielle Milliron was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and three RBI. Olivia Reichardt was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4.
West Liberty-Salem's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-8. As for Catholic Central, they dropped their record down to 0-10 with that defeat, which was their fifth straight at home.
West Liberty-Salem will take on Cedarville at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Catholic Central, they will head out on the road to face off against Triad at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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