Fairfield had lost five straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 2-1 to make it six. They came up short against the Delone Catholic Squires, falling 17-1. The loss put an end to the Knights' undefeated start to the season.
Fairfield saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Aubree Eichenlaub, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one run.
As for Delone Catholic, the win got them back to even at 2-2. The victory continues a trend for them in their matchups with Fairfield: they've now won eight in a row.
On Delone Catholic's side, Adyson Hummer made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Hummer was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Emma Rollman was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with five RBI. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Ella Staub was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Fairfield will head out to take on Littlestown at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Delone Catholic, they will venture away from home to challenge James Buchanan at 4:15 p.m. on Friday.
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