Santa Clara Softball Smashes Five Home Runs in Split with Incarnate Word
Santa Clara softball and Incarnate Word split a Saturday doubleheader with each team claiming an 8-7 victory, featuring a total of seven home runs and notable comebacks on both sides.
By the Numbers- Total of seven home runs hit during the doubleheader.
- Victoria Altamirano had four hits and drove in three RBIs for Incarnate Word.
- Robynn Balmediano and Hazyl Gray each hit two-run home runs for Santa Clara.
The back-and-forth nature of the games showcased vulnerabilities in both teams' pitching staff, leading to multiple lead changes.
State of Play- Santa Clara and Incarnate Word are set for a rubber match on Sunday to break the tie.
- Incarnate Word holds a 24-11 record, while Santa Clara stands at 21-15.
The decisive rubber match between Santa Clara and Incarnate Word is scheduled for Sunday at 10 a.m. PT.
Bottom LineThe high-scoring doubleheader marked by significant home runs sets the stage for a climactic rubber match between Santa Clara and Incarnate Word, highlighting the unpredictable and thrilling nature of softball competition.
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