Amherst Central is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 11-3 to the Starpoint Spartans on Thursday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Amherst Central of the 5-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Starpoint's part, Julia Lukasik made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up three earned runs off seven hits. Lukasik has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Lukasik was also solid in the batter's box, getting three hits from her four at bats.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emma Schwabe, who fired off four triples, four RBI, and a run while going 7-for-4. Natalie Prezioso was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
Amherst Central's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Starpoint, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-2.
Amherst Central will head out on the road to challenge West Seneca West at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Starpoint, they will be playing at home against Sweet Home at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Starpoint is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season.
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