Softball Split their conference opener series against Scottsdale on Tuesday night.
Game 1:
Gateway fell short against Scottsdale in a low scoring affair, losing by a score of 1-0. Despite outhitting their opponents 6-3, Gateway was unable to capitalize on scoring opportunities, leaving 7 runners on base throughout the game.
Gateway's Offense Stalls Despite Strong Hitting:
- The team managed 6 hits, spread evenly across 6 players.
- Rebekka Nance and Kelly Katalbas led the way with 1 double each.
- Ariana Lloyd, Alex Martinez, Gabby Cicchilo, and Madison Brandon contributed with 1 single each.
- However, they were unable to string hits together or drive in runners, leaving them scoreless.
Gateway's Pitching Holds Strong:
- Kelly Katalbas pitched a complete game, allowing only 1 run on 3 hits.
- She struck out 12 batters and walked 1.
- Despite the strong pitching performance, Gateway couldn't overcome the lack of offensive production.
Game 2:
The Geckos defeated the Artichokes 9-0 in a dominant performance. Jessica Wallace was the offensive star for Gateway, going 3-for-4 with 3 runs scored, 2 home runs, and 7 RBIs. Aryka Ortega pitched a complete game shutout for Gateway, allowing only 1 hit and striking out 6 batters.
Offensive Breakdown:
- Gateway pounded out 13 hits, including 4 doubles and 2 home runs, compared to Scottsdale's 1 hit.
- Jessica Wallace led the way offensively, with her 3-hit, 7-RBI performance.
- Rebekka Nance, Gabby Cicchilo, Madison Brandon, and Alexandra Martinez also had multi-hit games for Gateway.
- Scottsdale was unable to get anything going offensively, recording a single hit and no runs throughout the game.
Pitching Breakdown:
- Aryka Ortega was dominant for Gateway, pitching a complete game shutout. She allowed only 1 hit, struck out 6 batters, and walked none.
Softball is back in action on Saturday, March 2 at Glendale Community College. First pitch of game 1 is at 12n.
