CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. -- Six days ago, Morehead State fell to Austin Peay in South Carolina, 10-1 in five innings.
On Friday, the Eagles had improvements in virtually every category, before falling to the host of the Governors Classic.
MSU had more hits, fewer errors, surrendered fewer runs and gave away fewer free passes than it did last weekend. Those are all key positives for a team that is struggling to find success.
"What a huge step forward from a week ago, when this team run-ruled us in five innings. Sophie and Kendra have been hitting the ball well, and we even had a no-hitter through two and two-thirds innings. For the most part, our defense was also pretty solid today," MSU coach Megan Griffith said. "We have to find small things to focus on to help build our confidence. With the exception of base running, really every phase of this game was better than when we played them last weekend."
Freshman Rylie Burney (0-7) got the ball to start for Morehead State (1-15) and took the loss. She went the distance allowing seven hits, seven runs and just one walk.
At the plate, the Eagles were led by freshman Nyla Doiron, who went 2-for-2 on the day. Freshman Sophie Collins continues to generate offense and put together a standout day at the plate as well, going 2-for-3.
HOW IT HAPPENED
The Eagles got on the scoreboard first, starting in the third inning. Freshman Donato came across to score the lone run of the inning for Morehead State and get them on the board. The Eagles were unable to hold the lead, as Austin Peay scored seven times over the remaining four innings to grab the 7-1 win.
GAME NOTES
» Morehead State's highest scoring inning was the third, when it pushed one run across.
» Morehead State pitchers faced 28 Austin Peay hitters in the game, allowing five ground balls and 12 fly balls.
» Doiron led the Eagles at the plate, going 2-for-2.
» Austin Peay was led offensively by sophomore Kiley Hinton, who went 2-for-3 with a double, a home run and three RBI.
» Senior Ashley Martin led the Governors pitching staff, throwing four scoreless innings.
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