Softball Recap: Deep Run Takes a Loss

Deep Run has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging four runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Wednesday. They took a 10-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the St. Catherine's Saints.

Emily Plank

Base on Balls Against

03/26/25 vs St. Catherine's	2
03/25/25 @ Hermitage	1
03/21/25 @ J.R. Tucker	1

Emily Plank and Hope Tate put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Plank struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off five hits. Meanwhile, Tate pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Plank has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. At bat, Plank went 2-for-4 with two doubles and one RBI, while Tate scored a run while going 2-for-4. What's more, Tate posted two doubles, the most she's had since back in March of 2024.

In other batting news, Gabby Chrapek made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4. She is on a roll when it comes to hits, as she's now got three or more in each of the last three games she's played. Braelyn Baulsir also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.

Even though they lost, Deep Run kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 11 hits in three consecutive games.

Deep Run's defeat dropped their record down to 2-2. As for St. Catherine's, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 6-1.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Deep Run will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Mechanicsville at 6:00 p.m. on April 9. As for St. Catherine's, they will be taking part in a tournament against Essex at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.