Softball Recap: Wilby Takes a Loss

Wilby extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 16 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-13 in the process. They lost 14-0 to the Torrington Raiders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wildcats of the 20-2 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.

As for Torrington, their victory bumped their record up to 7-10. The result was nothing new for the Raiders, who have now won six contests by 12 runs or more so far this season.

For Torrington's part, Sophia Pergola was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. Pergola has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lilah Boulli, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. Johanna Stolfi was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.

Coincidentally, Wilby and Torrington will both be playing Waterbury Career Academy the next time they take the field. The Raiders will head out to face the Spartans at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, while the Wildcats will head out to face them at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.