Softball Recap: Platt's win ends six-game losing streak at home

By Team Reports May 2, 2024, 12:36am

Softball Recap: Platt Panthers vs. Hall Titans

Platt lost to Hall back in April of 2021, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Wednesday. The Platt Panthers narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Hall Titans 11-10. That's two games straight that Platt has won by just one run.

Amelia Gostskowski spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered ten runs (all of which were unearned) on four hits and racked up 18 Ks. Those 18 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.

At the plate, the team relied heavily on Anna Gostkowski, who scored two runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Cierra Berger was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.

Platt's win ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-10. As for Hall, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-5.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Platt will take on South Windsor at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Platt has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for Hall, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Manchester at 3:45 p.m.

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