Softball Recap: Murphy's Winning Streak Snapped at Six Games

Bulldogs

Previous 5 Games

05/16/25 @ Union Academy	0-9
05/14/25 @ Uwharrie Charter Academy	9-6
05/09/25 @ Bethany Community	7-3
05/06/25 vs Cornerstone Charter	12-0
05/01/25 vs Hayesville	8-0

Murphy dropped their record down to 16-8 on Friday, which also ended the team's six-game streak of wins. They came up short against the Union Academy Cardinals, falling 9-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Bulldogs have suffered since March 26th.

As for Union Academy, they pushed their record up to 25-1 with the victory, which was their 19th straight at home dating back to last season. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 9.9 runs.

For Union Academy's part, Avery Wilson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out ten over seven innings pitched. Wilson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one home run.

In other batting news, Keilana Burgess was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Carlie Granger was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.

Murphy does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Union Academy, they will take on East Wilkes at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. East Wilkes will roll in looking for their 23rd straight win, something Union Academy surely won't give up without a fight.