Softball Recap: Radford Rams vs. Kalaheo Mustangs
There's no place like home for Radford, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Saturday. They came out on top against the Kalaheo Mustangs by a score of 9-6 on Thursday. That's more bragging rights for Radford, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Niueni Elisara was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (she also only allowed one walk). Elisara has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive pitching appearances. Elisara was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sherri Marshall, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Olena Umetsu, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.
Radford pushed their record up to 9-2 with that win, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season. They've been dominating during the matchups in that stretch too, as they've won by an average of 12.1 runs. As for Kalaheo, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.
Radford will face off against Waipahu at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Radford is facing Waipahu at the right time seeing as Waipahu is stuck on a nine-game losing streak. As for Kalaheo, they will be playing at home against McKinley at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. McKinley knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past four contests -- so hopefully Kalaheo likes a good challenge.
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