Sadly, Father Ryan is still looking for their first win of the season after five games. They fell just short of the Franklin Road Academy Panthers by a score of 5-4 on Friday.
For Franklin Road Academy's part, Millie Pardue was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 18 over seven innings pitched. Pardue has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Pardue was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Pardue wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Madeline Hartleroad, who went 2-for-3 with an RBI.
Father Ryan's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Franklin Road Academy, their win bumped their record up to 7-2.
Father Ryan will be playing in front of their home fans against Christ Presbyterian Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Franklin Road Academy will take on Ensworth at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Ensworth is coming into the match with five straight losses on the road, meaning Franklin Road Academy will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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