After only one run in their last game, Berks Catholic made sure to put some runs up on the board against Reading on Tuesday. Berks Catholic put the hurt on Reading with a sharp 17-1 victory. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Saints' hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.

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Giana Mirenda made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Those three stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Berks Catholic got a massive performance out of Bryanna Gallagher, who scored three runs and stole four bases while going 3-for-4. Those four stolen bases gave Gallagher a new career-high. Celeste Mirenda was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4.
Berks Catholic always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .615. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Reading only posted an OBP of .167.
Berks Catholic's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Reading, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Berks Catholic will take on Fleetwood at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Reading, they will face off against Twin Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. This will be Reading's first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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