Softball Recap: Valders Vikings vs. Roncalli Jets
Valders scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They walked away with a 13-8 win over the Roncalli Jets. The victory was familiar territory for Valders who now have four in a row.
Megan Hochkammer was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and seven unearned) runs off three hits. Hochkammer has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Hochkammer was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Valders let Addison Spindler and Anna Olson loose on the outfield. Spindler got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two runs, a triple, and a stolen base, while Olson scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Makayla Dallas was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
On Roncalli's side, Jenna Wall made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases. The team also got some help courtesy of Megan Lamers, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-4.
Valders now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Roncalli, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
Valders will be playing in front of their home fans against Kiel at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Kiel is coming into the match with three straight wins on the road, so Valders will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Roncalli, they will take on Two Rivers at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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