Softball Blanked by Boston College in Midweek Game

BRIGHTON, MA- The Merrimack softball team lost to the Boston College Eagles in a single non-conference game on the evening of April 23rd.
 

Rapid Recap

Score: BC 8, Merrimack 0

Records: BC 21-23 Merrimack 9-28
 

How it Happened 

Anna Gedacht got the start in the circle and kept the Eagles hitters at bay. Ellen Hubbard continued her hitting streak by giving the Warriors their first hit of the afternoon with a single to left field. Abby Choquette then followed that up with a single of her own to the opposite field. Gabby Kaduson kept the train rolling as she also singled, this time to left field, moving Choquette up to the next base. Sarah Shurtleff and Brandi Neil came in relief and got clutch outs for the blue and gold. The Warriors put together more competitive at-bats throughout the frame. Although they gave a great effort, they ultimately lost to the Eagles by a score of 8-0.

Notes and Numbers 

• Ellen Hubbard, Abby Choquette, and Gabby Kaduson all had a base hit each.

• The Merrimack pitching combined for 3 strikeouts in the circle.

Up Next

The Warriors return home this weekend when they welcome the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers to the Warrior Softball Diamond. Please note that the games originally scheduled for Saturday, April 26 have been moved to Friday, April 25. The team will be honoring their seniors this weekend! The games will be streamed on the Merrimack Sports Network. For continuing coverage, visit www.merrimackathletics.com .  Follow Merrimack softball on Instagram and Twitter @merrimacksb.