Softball Explodes for 20 Runs in Doubleheader Sweep of MACU

SOUTH PRINCE GEORGE, VA — Richard Bland College Softball delivered a dominant Saturday performance, sweeping Mid-Atlantic Christian University with a pair of convincing wins, 10-3 and 10-1. The Statesmen offense came alive across both contests, totaling 23 hits and 20 runs while the pitching staff combined for 24 strikeouts in a complete team effort.

In game one, Richard Bland wasted no time setting the tone, plating four runs in the opening inning capitalizing on timely hitting and defensive miscues. Arianna Manson got the scoring started with a RBI single before Rayna Klar and Gabby Shaver reached on errors to bring in additional runs. Jaclyn Betti capped the inning with a RBI single to give RBC an early 4-0 advantage. Mid-Atlantic Christian University answered in the third with a three-run home run, but that would be the only damage allowed by Ava Balli, who was outstanding in the circle. Balli struck out an impressive 15 batters over 6.2 innings, allowing just three hits and three runs. The Statesmen broke the game open in the sixth inning, scoring six runs highlighted by a three-run home run from Betti—her team-leading blast of the day. Klar also drove in two runs during the inning as RBC pulled away. At the plate, Betti led the charge going 2-for-4 with 4 RBI, while Klar added two hits and scored twice. The Statesmen finished with 11 hits and took advantage of five MACU errors.

Richard Bland carried its momentum into game two, erupting for 10 runs on 13 hits in a run-rule victory. After trailing 0-1 early, the Statesmen responded with two runs in the second inning before exploding for six runs in the third to take full control. Sally Campos delivered a standout performance, going 2-for-3 with 3 RBI, while Shekinah Soto added two RBI and reached base three times. Jaclyn Betti, Daphne Hall, and Jaylin Daggins each contributed RBI as RBC showcased its depth throughout the lineup. In the circle, Grace Urban was dominant, striking out nine batters over five innings while allowing just one run on three hits. RBC also showed discipline at the plate, drawing 10 walks and consistently putting pressure on the defense.

The Richard Bland College Softball team will next gear up for the Region 10 Tournament at Big League Camp in Marion, North Carolina later this week. More information will be announced soon.

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