Excel/Burke will look to defend their home field on Monday against the Boston English Eagles at 3:30 p.m.
Excel/Burke is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after opening their season on the road. They lost 12-2 to Boston English back in April.
For Boston English's part, Rose Monestime was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Monestime was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Shelsea Jimenez, who went 1-for-2 with three RBI, a triple, and a run. Another player making a difference was Alba Rodriguez, who scored a run while going 3-for-3.
Excel/Burke suffered a grim 12-2 defeat to Boston English in their previous matchup back in April. Will Excel/Burke have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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