Bay Path Secures a 10-6 Victory Over MCLA

North Adams, MA –

In an exciting afternoon of softball, Bay Path University triumphed over Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) with a final score of 10-6. The game, held on April 10, 2025, saw Bay Path's early offensive surge set the stage for their victory, despite a resilient comeback effort from MCLA.

The game started with a bang for Bay Path, who scored an impressive eight runs in the first inning. M. Vera initiated the scoring with an RBI single, followed by C. Austin and J. Bourdreau contributing to the tally with a walk and a two-RBI double, respectively. The scoring frenzy was capped off by A. Morrison, who reached on an error, bringing the score to 8-0 in favor of Bay Path. MCLA responded in the bottom of the first inning when M. Closinski reached on a fielding error, allowing E. Staffier to score their first run. The hosts continued to chip away at the deficit in the second inning with a two-RBI double from M. Teta, making it 9-3.

Bay Path added one more run in the second inning thanks to a bases-loaded walk by Y. Badillo, extending their lead to 9-1. However, MCLA showed determination by closing the gap in the fourth and sixth innings, with E. Staffier and E. Albright driving in runs to bring the score to 9-6. In the seventh inning, Bay Path's A. Morrison delivered a crucial RBI triple, scoring C. Church and securing the final score of 10-6. Despite MCLA's efforts, Bay Path's early lead proved insurmountable.

Bay Path's pitcher, K. Kersetter, earned the win, pitching a complete game despite allowing ten hits and six earned runs. MCLA's starting pitcher, H. Peabody, struggled, giving up five runs without recording an out, while J. Johansen provided a steadier presence in relief.

The game was marked by strategic plays and defensive efforts, including double plays from both teams and several key hits. Bay Path's ability to capitalize on MCLA's errors and their disciplined approach at the plate, drawing 13 walks, were pivotal in their victory.