Scores:
Williams 7, Pomona-Pitzer 4
Location: Claremont, CA
Records: Williams 5-4; Pomona 9-12
The Short Story: The long ball was the leader for the Ephs today, with six of the seven runs coming from home runs.
Sadie Leonard pitched 7 shutout innings, giving up just one hit and striking out thirteen.
Justine Dunaway '27 hit her first collegiate home run in the sixth inning to help ensure the win.
Game two was canceled after numerous lightning delays. Williams was leading 1-0 through three innings with pitcher
Elyse Chan '25 dominating to that point, having faced the minimum of nine batters.
Kaia Glickman '25 had the RBI double early in that contest.
Coach's Take: "The long ball is really exciting and to set the tone in the first inning like we did is so important for confidence and momentum. We know we can play better and look forward to working in that direction, but 13 strikeouts is a good way to help us get there. It was exciting to see every member of our team involved throughout the game, too. We're excited for some better weather and strong softball tomorrow." - Head Coach
Kris Herman
Game 1
How it Happened
- Tayler Wise '24 lead off the game with a walk, Kayla Chang '25 bunted her over and Kelly McGuigan '24 drove her in to start the game off. Fourth batter Sydney Fleming '25 then hit her 3rd HR of the season to make it 3-0.
- Sadie Leonard '26 gave up the only hit they allowed all day in the first inning then settled in with 13 K's.
- Justine Dunaway '27, McGuigan and Katie Blanch '27 all had two hits in the game.
Up Next: Williams plays Chapman University in Orange, CA Monday at 1pm PDT before heading home to start NESCAC play next weekend.
