Softball Splits with Hazleton Snapping Streak

Halzeton, PA - After battling weather softball was finally able to travel across the state to take on another PSAUC Competitor. The Lady Lions took on Penn State Halzeton in the first cross-over match up of the weekend. After splitting with Halzton they finally snapped their 7 game losing streak. The Lions battled hard losing a close game in thefirst 4-3 and the second leading it to a 5-1 victory.

On the mound for Beaver was Freshman, Leeanna West (Milford, NY) who faced 29 batters and only gave up 8 hits. Freshman, Selene Lopez (Simi Valley, CA) and Senior, Valentina Sandoval (Miami, FL) each had 2 hits this game. Sandoval and Senior, Chloe Coleman (Moon, PA) each had an RBI this game as well. Junior, Kylie Magnotta (Monaca, PA) had a double this game and Coleman had a triple helping the team get into scoring position. 6 players for Beaver had stolen bases this game though it was not enough to outscore Halzeton after the 6th inning. 

For the second game, Beaver came back with a fire in their souls looking for that win. On the mound this game was Sophomore, Bre Thomas (Ambridge, PA) who gave up 8 hits and only 1 run for the day after facing 29 batters. Coleman was a major player in this game as well having 3 hits in 4 at bats with 1 RBI and scoring 1 run. Coleman also had an impressive 3 stolen bases this second game. Sophomores, Kelsey Stoner (Beaver Falls, PA) and Victoria Farrell (Allentown, PA) each had and RBI this game going 1 for 3. Sandoval was the other player to have an RBI this game helping her team score enough to earn the victory. The team had 8 hits, 2 walks, 4 RBIs, and scored 5 runs.

The Softball team will play again on April 3rd at 12pm and 2pm when they continue their crossover weekend at Penn State Scranton. Watch live and remember to stay up to date on the latest at beaverathletics.com or on the Rise and Roar Network!