Caldwell Softball secured a thrilling 7-6 victory over Franklin Pierce in an eight-inning game, courtesy of junior Ashleigh Tavaska's walk-off, three-run triple in the left-center field gap.

The Big Picture

The game featured lead changes, with Tavaska's heroics in the opener leading Caldwell to a dramatic win, despite Franklin Pierce rallying to claim the second game 8-5.

By the Numbers
  • Tavaska delivered six runs in the opener, including the game-winning hit.
  • Vondracek went 6-for-6 in Game 2, boosting her batting average to .882, leading in the CACC.
State of Play
  • Caldwell Softball clinched a close victory in the first game but lost to Franklin Pierce in the second game of the doubleheader.
  • Vondracek's exceptional performance has positioned her at the top for batting average and on-base percentage in the CACC.
What's Next

Caldwell is set to face Southern Connecticut at Caldwell Athletic Field on Sunday, pending favorable weather and field conditions.

Bottom Line

Ashleigh Tavaska's stunning walk-off triple sealed a remarkable victory for Caldwell Softball against Franklin Pierce, setting the stage for an intense doubleheader split and showcasing Vondracek's exceptional batting prowess.