Softball Recap: Archbishop Murphy Triumphs

Archbishop Murphy's game on Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Mountlake Terrace Hawks by a score of 14-10. The high-scoring effort was just what the Wildcats needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.

Ari Dixon spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and five unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances.

Maddie Evans

Runs Batted In (Career)

05/02/25 @ Mountlake Terrace	3
04/29/25 @ Marysville-Pilchuck	2
04/28/25 vs Lynnwood	2
03/28/25 @ Lynnwood	2
04/16/25 @ Edmonds-Woodway	1

At the plate, Archbishop Murphy got a massive performance out of Maddie Evans, who went 4-for-5 with one home run, four runs, and three RBI. Those three RBI gave Evans a new career-high. Saylah Lopez was another key player, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.

They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Archbishop Murphy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Mountlake Terrace only managed ten hits.

Archbishop Murphy has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.3 runs over those games. As for Mountlake Terrace, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 7-10.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Archbishop Murphy will face off against Edmonds-Woodway at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Warriors have averaged an impressive 9.8 runs per game this season. As for Mountlake Terrace, they will square off against Lake Stevens at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. The Vikings' pitching crew has only allowed 3.7 runs per game this season, so the Hawks' hitters will have their work cut out for them.