Van Arsdale was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 16-4 to the Wagner Falcons.
For Wagner's part, LEAH RIEGER made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. RIEGER was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Wagner got a massive performance out of MIKAYLA DANSKY, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was ISABELLA CASILLA, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
Van Arsdale's loss dropped their record down to 1-9. As for Wagner, the win was the ninth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 12-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Van Arsdale will face off against Midwood at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Midwood is coming into the match with four straight defeats at home, meaning Van Arsdale will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Wagner, they will head out on the road to challenge New Dorp at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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