Softball Recap: Gar-Field Takes a Loss

Gar-Field extended their losing streak to five on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 3-13 in the process. They came up short against the Charles J. Colgan Sharks, falling 17-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Sharks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 26-0 back in April.

Gar-Field saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Desiree Bruffy, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Ly Na Nguyen also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.

As for Charles J. Colgan, the victory (which was their 11th in a row) raised their record to 11-3. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.9 runs over those games.

On Charles J. Colgan's side, Madison Weaver was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Weaver has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three RBI and one run. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024.

In other batting news, Riley Russian was a standout: she got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Cate Jurack was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gar-Field will face off against North Stafford at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Wolverines' pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so the Red Wolves' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Charles J. Colgan, they will take on Battlefield at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.