CARNEYS POINT, N.J. – The Monroe University – Bronx softball team fell in both games of its non-region doubleheader to NJCAA Division II Salem Community College, 17-2 and 16-0, at Pennsville Little League Field on Saturday afternoon.
In the opening inning of Game 1, the Mighty Oaks (4-2) scored nine runs and never looked back.
For the Express (0-4),
Karla Recio Rodriguez produced two hits, including a double, and scored a run during the contest.
Nevaeh Feliciano,
Ebony Hernandez, and
Rossel Hercules each hit a single.
Kimora Thompson crossed home plate.
For Salem, Raegan Wilson did not give up an earned run in five innings pitched to earn the victory.
In Game 2, Jaylene Aguirre hit a three-run homer that began an 11-run first inning for the Mighty Oaks. The tough opening frame put the game out of reach for Monroe – Bronx.
In the circle, Jordyn Busch and Savannah Palverento combined to pitch a no-hitter for Salem.
Helping the Express were
Tiara Desanto and
Michelle Cortes Molina who each drew a walk and stole a base.
Jayda Delgado also picked up a stolen base. In the circle,
Heather Torres pitched a scoreless 2/3 of an inning in relief.
Monroe – Bronx will conclude its weekend trip on Sunday with a pair of games at NJCAA Division II Howard Community College. First pitch at Kiwanis Wallas Park in Ellicott City, Md. is set for noon.
ABOUT THE ATHLETIC PROGRAM AT MONROE UNIVERSITY
The athletic program at Monroe University encompasses a total of 31 teams competing across nine sports. There are 21 varsity and junior varsity programs, as well as club men's and women's rugby, the Monroe University marching band, competing on the New Rochelle campus as the Mustangs (NJCAA Division I). The Monroe Express, based out of the Bronx campus, has seven teams competing at the NJCAA Division III level.
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