New Berlin West made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Pius XI Catholic, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Vikings were the clear victors by an 11-4 margin over the Popes on Tuesday. Considering the Vikings' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Gillian Konrath made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Konrath was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4. That stolen base was her first of the season.
In other batting news, New Berlin West let Serena Klein and Chloe Wegehaupt run wild. Klein went 4-for-5 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI, while Wegehaupt scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-5. That triple marked the first that Klein hit this season. Izzy Freisleben was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-5.
Vikings
| 04/15/25 @ Pius XI Catholic | 13 |
| 04/14/25 @ Wisconsin Lutheran | 2 |
| 04/08/25 @ Greenfield | 10 |
| 04/07/25 @ Pewaukee | 10 |
| 04/04/25 @ Brookfield Central | 2 |
| + 3 more games |
New Berlin West kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in April of 2024.
New Berlin West's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Pius XI Catholic, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 0-4.
Coming up, New Berlin West will take on Greendale at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Pius XI Catholic, they will host New Berlin Eisenhower at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Popes' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 8.2 runs per game this season.
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