Emma Willard had to start their season on the road on Tuesday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Hoosic Valley Indians by a score of 7-6. The loss means Emma Willard is still on the hunt for the season's first 'W'.
For Hoosic Valley's part, they got a great performance from Abby Marpe as she struck out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits (and only one walk).
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Ella Waldron, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Lainey Bochette, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
The victory got Hoosic Valley back to even at 1-1.
Emma Willard will head out on the road to challenge Mechanicville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Hoosic Valley, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Cambridge at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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