Softball Recap: Rochester Picks Up Fifth Straight Win at Home

By Team Reports Apr 8, 2025, 6:01pm

Softball Recap: Rochester Zebras vs. Triton Trojans

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Rochester had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 21-run drubbing they dealt Triton on Tuesday. The Zebras' pitchers stepped up to hand the Trojans a 21-0 shutout. The victory continues a trend for the Zebras in their matchups with the Trojans: they've now won seven in a row.

Bria Rensberger and Mia Howdeshell made a big impact no matter where they played. On the mound, Rensberger tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Howdeshell pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. At the plate, Rensberger went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs, while Howdeshell scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits Howdeshell has posted since back in April of 2024.

In other batting news, Aubrey Wilson was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. What's more, she posted three RBI, the most she's had since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Lillee Conley, who scored four runs while going 2-for-3.

Rochester always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .698. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Triton only posted an OBP of .278.

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Previous 5 Games (Home)

04/08/25 vs Triton21-0
05/20/24 vs Lewis Cass3-2
05/11/24 vs Culver Academies8-6
05/01/24 vs Maconaquah3-2
04/30/24 vs Wabash9-0

Rochester pushed their record up to 2-0 with the win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.

Coming up, Rochester will host Bremen at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Triton, they will venture away from home to take on Glenn at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.

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