After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Rice Memorial, Richford was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 21-2 margin over the Danville Bears. The high-scoring effort was just what the Rockets needed considering they were shut out in their previous game.
Sophia Derby made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three stolen bases, and three runs.
Jazzy Cunningham
| 04/30/26 vs Danville | 4 |
| 04/28/25 @ Lamoille | 3 |
| 05/29/25 vs Winooski | 2 |
| 04/24/25 @ Craftsbury Academy | 2 |
| 05/27/25 vs Williamstown | 1 |
In other batting news, Richford got a massive performance out of Jazzy Cunningham, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Those four RBI gave Cunningham a new career-high. Mia St. Pierre was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four stolen bases and three runs.
Richford now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Danville, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.
Looking ahead, Richford will challenge Bellows Free Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Danville, they will be playing at home against Blue Mountain at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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