Colonie Central came out on top against Kingston on Saturday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run fourth inning. The Wolfpack won by a run and slipped past the Tigers 5-4.
Ashley Hacker made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one triple and one run. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season.
In other batting news, Katie Parisi was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Adrianna Laraway was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one RBI.
Colonie Central's victory bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Kingston, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-5.
Looking ahead, Colonie Central will face off against Shenendehowa at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. The Plainsmen's pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Wolfpack's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Kingston, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Newburgh Free Academy at 4:15 p.m. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Goldbacks have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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