After flying high against Caldwell last Tuesday, Skyview came back down to earth. The Skyview Hawks took a 15-12 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Bishop Kelly Knights on Wednesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Skyview of the 13-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on April 2nd.
Kenna Bettencourt and Grace Chambers did some serious damage despite the final result: Bettencourt went 3-for-5 with three doubles, three RBI, and two runs, while Chambers went 3-for-5 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Makayla Lytle, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Even though they lost, Skyview was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with seven doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
On Bishop Kelly's side, Lauren Fettic made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off seven hits (and not a single walk). Fettic has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Fettic was also big at the plate, firing off two home runs and five RBI while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Bishop Kelly let Ava Armuth and Olivia Watt loose on the outfield. Armuth scored four runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances, while Watt scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. Taylor Bailen was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Skyview has not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season. As for Bishop Kelly, the win was the 11th in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 12-2.
Skyview will head out on the road to challenge Columbia at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Skyview is facing Columbia at the right time seeing as Columbia is stuck on a 12-game losing streak. As for Bishop Kelly, they will head out on the road to take on Vallivue at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Bishop Kelly is looking to tack on another W to their ten-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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