Westwood won the last time they faced Holliston, and things went their way on Thursday too. The Westwood Wolverines came out on top against the Holliston Panthers by a score of 8-4.
Bridget Mulkeen was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Mulkeen has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Mulkeen was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a triple and two RBI.
In other batting news, Westwood let Abby Johnson and Sasha Marino loose on the outfield. Johnson got on base in three of her five plate appearances with four RBI and two runs, while Marino scored two runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Dahlia Leyden, who scored two runs while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Westwood's win bumped their record up to 9-2. As for Holliston, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season.
Westwood will take on Ashland at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Westwood is facing Ashland at the right time seeing as Ashland is stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Holliston, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Hopkinton at 4:00 p.m. Hopkinton will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Holliston surely won't give up without a fight.
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