After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Harbor Creek, Girard was happy to have turned things around on Monday. They came out on top against the Northwestern Wildcats by a score of 8-1 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Girard has managed all season.
Carson Stevens spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on four hits and racked up 12 Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Mason Kalicky was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Zach Kelley was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
On Northwestern's side, Gabe Hutchison was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a home run.
Girard's victory bumped their record up to 3-7. As for Northwestern, they dropped their record down to 4-8 with that loss, which was their fourth straight at home.
Girard is on the road again on Wednesday to play Mercyhurst Prep at 4:00 p.m. Mercyhurst Prep's pitching crew has only allowed 2.4 runs per game this season, so Girard's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Northwestern, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Seneca at 4:00 p.m. The last three games Seneca has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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