Nichols scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They blew past the Mount Mercy Academy Magic 12-6. That's more bragging rights for Nichols, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Reyes Rodriguez spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and two unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Nichols got a massive performance out of Lillian Colpoys, who scored three runs while going 4-for-5. Brynn Bacak was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Mount Mercy Academy's side, Kayla Davis made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with three RBI and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Riley Coughlin, who scored three runs while going 1-for-3.
The win made it two in a row for Nichols and bumps their season record up to 2-3. As for Mount Mercy Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-4.
Nichols is on the road again on Wednesday to play Sacred Heart Academy at 4:30 p.m. Nichols has given up an average of 6.6 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week. As for Mount Mercy Academy, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome St. Mary's at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. St. Mary's is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
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