Nativity BVM had lost four straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 2-10 to make it five. They came up short against Marian Catholic, falling 19-3. The Green Wave were not able to make up for their defeat to Marian Catholic from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
Lauren Clark made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season.
As for Marian Catholic, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 4-6 record. Their offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.
On Marian Catholic's side, Emily Upanavage was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Upanavage has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs and one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Malina Letcher was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. That's the most runs she has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Hailey Treskolasky, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Coming up, Nativity BVM will be playing in front of their home fans against Minersville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Green Wave's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Battlin' Miners have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season. As for Marian Catholic, they will head out to square off against Weatherly at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Marian Catholic is facing Weatherly at the right time seeing as Weatherly is stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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