Hazelwood West's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They walked away with a 10-7 victory over the Nerinx Hall Markers. The high-scoring effort was just what the Wildcats needed considering they were shutout in their previous matchup.
Allisan Cafolla made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with two RBI.
In other batting news, Sharday Thomas was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Mia Boschen, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Hazelwood West hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Nerinx Hall struck out 12 times.
Hazelwood West is on a roll lately: they've won six of their last eight matches, which provided a nice bump to their 13-7 record this season. As for Nerinx Hall, they are on a 14-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-12.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hazelwood West will face off against Ursuline Academy at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Nerinx Hall, they will take on Incarnate Word Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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