VERONA, Wis. (Apr. 23, 2008) – Kristin Rose pitched a one-hitter in game one while Julie Crofts hit a game ending RBI single in game two as Marian College swept Edgewood College 2-0 and 6-5. The losses snap a six game win streak for the Eagles and end their unbeaten run at Ceniti Park at 10 games.
Game one was a defensive showdown with just four total hits as the Sabres took the opener 2-0. Maria Archie hit a solo shot in the fourth inning to break the deadlock and take the 1-0 lead. Ashley Engler would double the next at bat while Amy Malcore would drive her in to bring the score to 2-0. In the bottom of the fourth Stephens would get a free pass on base to lead off the inning, thanks to a hit by pitch while Colleen Joyce would hit the Eagles lone hit of the game. Sabres pitcher Kristin Rose would walk Jamie Kurt to load the bases before striking out two straight to end the inning with three Eagle runners stranded on base. Rose (10-5) picked up the win, pitching a complete game one-hitter, striking out 10. Jenna Ryan (12-7) was saddled with the loss, despite allowing only three hits in the game.
With the score tied at five apiece, Julie Crofts singled to center field to drive home Amanda Manteufel as the Sabres took game two 6-5 to sweep the series. Down 5-1 in the top of the fifth inning, Colleen Joyce singled to drive in Rachel Elliot to bring the game within three. The next at bat, Jamie Kurt hit her ninth home run of the season, a towering shot to left field to score three runs and knot the score at five apiece. Jennifer Stephens (3-4) took the loss, despite pitching five solid innings and allowing just one run. Stephens struck out six batters and retired 12 straight Sabre batters after coming in with one out in the second in relief of Jenna Ryan. Jamie Whitehead (3-3) picked up the win, pitching two and two-thirds innings allowing just one hit and zero runs in relief of Kristin Rose. Three Eagles finished the game with multiple hits with Colleen Joyce leading the way, going three-for-three at the plate. Jennifer Stephens scored a run to tie Kristen Elliott (91-94) for most career runs scored with 142. Edgewood College lost despite out-hitting Marian 11-6 in the game. It is just the second time the Eagles have lost when out-hitting the opposition. The Eagles are now 17-2 when out-hitting their opponent.
With the losses the Eagles are still searching for win number 20 as they fall to 19-13 overall and 14-8 in Northern Athletics Conference action. With the sweep, Marian College improves to 22-10 on the year and 15-3 in conference play. Edgewood College has the day off tomorrow before returning to Ceniti Park on Friday for a doubleheader versus Concordia Wisconsin. First pitch is slated for 4 p.m. with the game webcast live on EdgewoodCollegeEagles.com
Summary by Mark Albanese, Sports Information
