Visitation lost against Kennedy back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Visitation Blazers lost 20-7 to the Kennedy Eagles. Visitation has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Kennedy's part, Noelia Fiero was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and five unearned) runs off nine hits. Fiero has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive pitching appearances. Fiero was even better at the plate, going 3-for-6 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs.
In other batting news, Kennedy got a massive performance out of Katie Edmonds, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 6-for-6. Edmonds is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Ava Taylor was another key contributor, getting on base in three of her six plate appearances with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.
Visitation's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Kennedy, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Visitation will take on St. Anthony Village at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Kennedy, they will head out on the road to challenge Highland Park at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Highland Park's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so Kennedy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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