Lick-Wilmerding fell victim to University and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 21-0 to the University Red Devils. Having soared to a lofty ten runs in the game before, Lick-Wilmerding's shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
For University's part, Juliette Cuthbert was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 14 over five innings pitched. Cuthbert has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Cuthbert was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Livvy Colley was incredible, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with five RBI and three runs. Caroline Miller was another key contributor, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with four RBI, a run, and a double.
Lick-Wilmerding has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-10 record this season. As for University, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 15-4.
Lick-Wilmerding will head out on the road to take on Head-Royce at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Lick-Wilmerding is facing Head-Royce at the right time seeing as Head-Royce is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for University, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Making Waves Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The timing is sure in University's favor as the team sits on three straight wins at home while Making Waves Academy has been banged up by four consecutive losses on the road.
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