The University of Scranton softball team dropped both games of a Landmark Conference doubleheader against Drew University on Saturday, falling in a pair of competitive contests on the road.
The Basics:
- Game 1 Final Score: Drew 4, Scranton 3
- Game 2 Final Score: Drew 4, Scranton 0
- Records: Scranton (16-15, 5-9 Landmark), Drew (22-14, 7-5 Landmark)
How It Happened – Game 1:
- Scranton struck first in the third inning when Emmie Feltenberger singled to left field to bring home Quin Doherty for a 1-0 lead. Drew answered in the bottom half, scoring two runs to take a 2-1 advantage.
- The Royals responded in the fourth, as Celia Totaro singled to drive in Madison Byrwa, followed by an RBI single from Gianna Muliero to put Scranton back in front, 3-2.
- Drew regained control in the sixth inning, using a pair of RBI singles to plate two runs and retake the lead at 4-3, which held as the final.
- Emma Douglas went the distance, allowing four runs on seven hits while striking out 10.
Top Performers – Game 1:
How It Happened – Game 2:
- Drew controlled the nightcap from the start, scoring twice in the second inning on an RBI double and a run following a passed ball. The Rangers added runs in the fourth and fifth innings to extend the lead to 4-0.
- Scranton was held to just two hits in the game, coming from Mollie Ferreira and Daniela Brescia.
- Juliana Janezic pitched well despite the result, allowing four runs (two earned) on seven hits while striking out a career-high 11 over six innings.
Top Performers – Game 2:
Up Next:
- Scranton will return home to host Lebanon Valley College on Tuesday in a doubleheader at 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
