DeLaSalle can finally bid farewell to their six-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Richfield Spartans 4-2. That's more bragging rights for DeLaSalle, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Eva Heinecke spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on four hits and racked up nine Ks. She also set a new season high mark in ERA with .000.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Carlie Jackson, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
On Richfield's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Emily Olosn gave up three earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Richfield saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Audrey Olson, who went 1-for-3 with an RBI.
The win got DeLaSalle back to even at 8-8. As for Richfield, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. DeLaSalle will take on St. Agnes at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. St. Agnes is coming into the matchup with six straight victories on the road, so DeLaSalle will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Richfield, they will play host again on Wednesday to welcome St. Paul Central, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m.
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