Softball Recap: Murray has no trouble against Jordan

By Team Reports May 4, 2024, 7:46pm

Softball Recap: Murray Spartans vs. Jordan Beetdiggers

Murray can now show off 11 landslide victories after their most recent matchup on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 20-1 margin over the Jordan Beetdiggers. The victory was nothing new for Murray as they're now sitting on four straight.

Savana Whitlock was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Whitlock has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Whitlock was also solid in the batter's box, getting no hits from her one at bat.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lyndee Marshall, who went 2-for-2 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Anna Beesley, who scored two runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.

Murray is on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last ten contests, which provided a nice bump to their 15-7 record this season. As for Jordan, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 12 of their last 13 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-16 record this season.

The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Murray beat Jordan by a score of 19-2.

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