Father McGivney Catholic scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 15-2 margin over the Althoff Catholic Crusaders. That's two games straight that Father McGivney Catholic has won by exactly 13 runs.
Jada Zumwalt was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. Zumwalt was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nora Mensing, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Maddy Callovini was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
The victory made it two in a row for Father McGivney Catholic and bumps their season record up to 3-7. As for Althoff Catholic, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Father McGivney Catholic will face off against Marissa/Coulterville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Marissa/Coulterville will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Father McGivney Catholic surely won't give up without a fight. As for Althoff Catholic, they will head out on the road to challenge Marquette Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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