Softball Recap: Emmanuel Christian Picks Up Third Consecutive Win

Emmanuel Christian had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 13 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Saturday. They were the clear victors by an 18-2 margin over the Ottawa Hills Green Bears. Considering the Warriors have won four matchups by more than 11 runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.

Maggie Woodward made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI. She also hit a triple, marking her first of the season.

Paris Foster

Hits (Career)

04/12/25 vs Ottawa Hills	4
04/04/25 vs Rogers	3
03/27/25 vs Woodward	3
05/02/24 vs Rogers	3
04/09/24 vs Ottawa Hills	3

In other batting news, Paris Foster was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while going 4-for-4. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Mariah Dauer was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.

Emmanuel Christian kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits every time they've taken the field this season.

Emmanuel Christian's win bumped their record up to 6-2. As for Ottawa Hills, they are on a 12-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-7.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Emmanuel Christian will venture away from home to face off against Summerfield at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Ottawa Hills, they will head out to square off against Northwood at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.