Softball Game Recap: Milton Comes Up Short

By Team Reports May 4, 2024, 3:51pm

Softball Recap: Milton Black Panthers vs. Mifflinburg Wildcats

Milton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They lost 12-1 to the Mifflinburg Wildcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Milton of the 12-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Tuesday.

For Mifflinburg's part, Taylor Stewart was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out 17 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. Stewart has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in ten consecutive pitching appearances. Stewart was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and a double.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Pachucki Anna, who went 2-for-5 with a stolen base, two RBI, and a double. Brooke Gessner was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.

Milton's loss dropped their record down to 4-8. As for Mifflinburg, the victory (which was their eighth in a row) raised their record to 14-3.

Milton will head out on the road to take on Line Mountain at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Mifflinburg, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Shikellamy at 11:00 a.m.

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