It was close, but on Saturday the Olmsted Falls Bulldogs sidestepped the Magnificat Blue Streaks for a 7-6 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Bulldogs.
MOLLY SHEEHAN made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 16 batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-5 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on MADILYNN SARASUA, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI. Those two RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was TAYLOR VAVRO, who went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Olmsted Falls' victory bumped their record up to 11-8. As for Magnificat, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-14 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Olmsted Falls will face off against Gilmour Academy at 5:15 p.m. on Monday. The Lancers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the Bulldogs' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Magnificat, they will challenge Bay at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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