Holliston had lost 14 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 2-15 to make it 15. They lost 8-1 to the Westwood Wolverines. The Panthers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Wolverines earlier this season, when they won 11-2.
As for Westwood, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-4 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.3 runs on average over those games.
For Westwood's part, Bridget Mulkeen made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Mulkeen has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Izzy Walsh was incredible, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Sasha Marino was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Holliston will challenge Wayland at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Westwood, they will take on Milton at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday.
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