Softball Recap: Newcomerstown Trojans vs. Tuscarawas Central Catholic Saints
Newcomerstown won the last time they faced Tuscarawas Central Catholic, and things went their way on Wednesday too. The Newcomerstown Trojans had just enough and edged the Tuscarawas Central Catholic Saints out 5-4. The win made it back-to-back victories for Newcomerstown.
For Tuscarawas Central Catholic's part, Stella Everett put in work while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off ten hits. Everett has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Everett was even better at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Jessica Selinsky made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Newcomerstown's win bumped their record up to 6-3. As for Tuscarawas Central Catholic, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-14 record this season.
Newcomerstown will be playing at home against Hiland at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Tuscarawas Central Catholic, they will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against Waynedale at 5:00 p.m. Tuscarawas Central Catholic is facing Waynedale at the right time seeing as Waynedale is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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