Softball Recap: Gulliver Prep Raiders vs. Marathon Dolphins
Gulliver Prep was the 9-4 winner over Marathon when they last played one another back in April of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Gulliver Prep Raiders fell just short of the Marathon Dolphins by a score of 9-8 on Tuesday.
For Marathon's part, Allison Garcia made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and six unearned) runs off eight hits. Garcia has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Garcia was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sara Robinson, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Shynell McGuire was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Gulliver Prep's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Marathon, their record now sits at 7-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gulliver Prep will take on Coral Shores at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Marathon, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Colonial Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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