MCLA Trailblazers Split Games at Union College, Prep for Upcoming Home Match

At Union College, the MCLA Trailblazers had mixed results in their doubleheader, winning the first game but losing the second. In the opener, MCLA won 6-4, with a notable performance from Kristie Zator, who hit 4-for-4. Key plays from Hailey Peabody and Maddy Teta helped MCLA build an early lead.

The first game featured strategic plays, with MCLA scoring in the third and fifth innings, including a triple by Teta and a sacrifice bunt by Ella Staffier. Despite a comeback attempt by Union College, MCLA's defense held strong, highlighted by a crucial play involving Zator, Peabody, and Maggie Closinski. An additional run in the sixth inning secured MCLA's lead.

In contrast, the second game ended in a 4-2 victory for Union College. MCLA's late effort in the sixth inning, including a double by Lora Woyton, was not enough as Union's pitcher Cassie Wiggins, who allowed six hits and struck out five, clinched her first collegiate win.

MCLA's pitcher Sarah Williams, despite a complete game, took the loss in the second game due to missed scoring opportunities by the team.

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