Colgate Shuts Out Holy Cross in Series Finale, Megan Yurchick Nears 100 Hits
The Holy Cross softball team was defeated 1-0 by Colgate in the series finale, marking the 29th loss of the season for the Crusaders and 11th in league play, while the Raiders improved to 19-25, 7-8 PL with the victory.
By the Numbers- Bailey Misken: W, (10-12), complete game, shutout, 5 hits allowed, walk, 5 strikeouts.
- Sophia Roncone: L, (4-14), complete game, 6 hits allowed, earned run, 4 walks, 1 strikeout.
- Sophomore Claire McCann: 2-for-3.
- Sophomore Abbie Gold: 0-for-2, walk, stolen base.
- Jessica Mott: 1-for-3.
- Jillian Herbst: 3-for-4.
The Holy Cross team couldn't capitalize on scoring opportunities, leaving runners stranded and falling short despite a strong pitching performance from Bailey Misken.
State of Play- Colgate took the lead in the top of the fourth with an RBI double.
- Holy Cross struggled to score despite having runners in scoring position.
Holy Cross will face Bryant in a nonconference doubleheader on April 23 at 3 p.m.
Bottom LineThe Holy Cross softball team fell short against Colgate, facing challenges in scoring despite a strong pitching performance and will look to rebound in the upcoming nonconference matchup.
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