URSULINE TAKES THE STING OUT OF THE HORNETS

YOUNGSTOWN OH- Ursuline scored seven runs in the second on its way to a 12-1 victory over Kirtland on Saturday. The offensive firepower by Ursuline was led by Katie Koulianos, Alyssa Sheely, Madelyn Miklandric, Savannah Patrone, and Kyleigh Golden, who each had RBIs in the inning.

The Irish got on the board in the first inning when Mia Opalick singled on a 3-2 count, scoring one run.

Ursuline scored seven runs in the second inning. Their big inning was driven by singles by Sheely, Miklandric, and Patrone and an error on a ball put in play by Koulianos and Golden.

Opalick pitched Ursuline to victory. The righty went four innings, allowing one run on two hits and striking out five. Liza Barbato threw one inning in relief out of the bullpen.

Gianna Cantini took the loss for Kirtland. The righty went four innings, allowing 12 runs on eight hits and striking out one.

The Irish tallied eight hits. Miklandric and Sheely all collected multiple hits. Sheely and Miklandric each collected two hits to lead the team.

Madison Matijevic led Kirtland with two hits in three at bats.

Ursuline returns to action on Monday as they host Howland.