The Pratt Community College softball team hosted Garden City Community College on Saturday, Mar. 16. The double header took place at Angood Field and ended in a split with the Beavers taking game two and Dodge City taking game one.
Game One Recap
In game one, Garden City came out on top with a final score of 13-6. The Broncbusters started the game with six straight runs in the first three innings, before Pratt responded in the bottom of the third with two runs. In the sixth and seventh innings, Garden City added six more runs.
Pratt's offense was led by Gabbi Everitt, who hit a home run and drove in 4 RBIs. Yolanda Aguirre also had a strong game with 3 hits, including a home run, and 2 RBIs. In terms of pitching, Everitt started for Pratt, giving up 4 runs in just 0.2 innings. Aspen DeFrain and Taygann Spencer also saw time on the mound for Pratt.
Game Two Recap
In game two, Pratt came out on top with a narrow 9-8 victory. Garden City got on the board early with a run in the first inning, but Pratt quickly responded with a run of their own. The game remained close throughout, with Garden City taking a 5-2 lead in the fifth inning. However, Pratt rallied back with five runs in the bottom of the fifth to take the lead. The Broncbusters were able to tie the game 8-8 in the top of the seventh inning, but Pratt responded with the game winning run in the bottom of the inning.
Pratt's Elysia Marquez and Jaxin Logue also had strong showings at the plate, each recording multiple hits and RBIs. On the mound, Gabbie Everitt pitched a complete game, allowing eight runs but secured the win for their team.
Up Next
The Beavers will travel to Arkansas City, Kan. to face the Cowley College Tigers on Monday, Mar. 18. The first pitch is set for 2:00 p.m. at Angood Field.
