University extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 17 on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-5. They lost 10-0 to the Freedom Patriots. Having soared to a lofty 12 runs in the game before, the Cougars' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Freedom's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. They not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since April 11, 2025 (when they won 17-3).
For Freedom's part, Allison Smith made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. Smith has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than 12 strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Aleah Collazo, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one double. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 1.5 stolen bases per game. Another player making a difference was Evanna Hance, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. University will venture away from home to challenge Boone at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Freedom, they will take on Cypress Creek in a tournament on Tuesday.
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