Ludlowe came out on top against Greenwich on Thursday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run first inning. The Falcons took their game against the Cardinals 6-2. The Falcons' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Angie Tavella spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on five hits and racked up 13 Ks. Those 13 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.
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At the plate, the team relied heavily on Lauren Santa Barbara, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Alexa Mills, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two RBI and one double.
Ludlowe was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .379. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
Ludlowe's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Greenwich, they now have a losing record of 2-3.
Coming up, Ludlowe will face off against Rogers at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Vikings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.6 runs per game on average), something the Falcons will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Greenwich, they are taking a road trip to square off against Weston at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Cardinals' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Trojans have averaged an impressive 13 runs per game this season.
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