In a fiercely competitive game on Friday, Avery Mulvey proved to be the defining force as they led the NCHS Lady Eagles past the Altamont team with a final score of 6-0. Mulvey’s powerful pitching skills resulted in 11 batters being struck out, and an impressive performance overall as they gave up only six hits and zero runs over the course of seven innings, while only walking three times.
The Eagles soared to victory thanks in part to an explosive fourth inning, where five runs were scored. The crowd erupted in cheers as Amelia Collings stepped up to the plate and hit a line drive, sending one runner home. Bailee Frichtl followed with a patient at-bat, drawing a walk and bringing in another run for the Eagles. Lexie Grove then stepped up and delivered a stunning triple, scoring two more runs for her team.
But it was clear from the start that the Eagles meant business, as they opened the scoring in the very first inning with a daring steal of home plate that resulted in their first run of the game.
On the opposing team, Grace Lemke took on the role of starting pitcher for the Altamont Lady Indians. Despite her valiant efforts, she ultimately came up short against the powerhouse Lady Eagles. In seven innings of play, Lemke allowed six runs on four hits while striking out an impressive 16 batters and walking seven.
Throughout the game, Sally Mahaffey showcased her incredible talents at bat, leading the Lady Eagle’s lineup with two hits in three at bats. Grove also made her mark with one run batted in after going one for three on the day. Allie Stanley and Frichtl showed their patience and discipline by each earning two walks during their time at bat. Mahaffey and Frichtl were also forces to be reckoned with on the bases, stealing multiple times throughout the game. In total, the Lady Eagles stole an impressive 10 bases throughout the course of the game, showcasing their speed and agility on the field.
