The Kentucky Wildcats softball team has been solid overall this season, but has struggled in SEC play. That continued on Saturday, as the Cats lost to the Florida Gators once again, this time by a score of 9 – 1.
For the second straight day, Kentucky loses via the run rule. The Wildcats scored first, but Florida plated 3 runs in the first inning, three runs in the fourth inning, and three more in the sixth.
Ally Hutchins had Kentucky’s only hit, and drove in their only run in the first inning. Stephanie Schoonover struggled as the starter, giving up six runs in 3.2 innings.
For Florida, pitcher Ava Brown continued her fantastic season, with a complete game one-hitter. Reagan Walsh drove in four runs, including a two-run homer in the sixth inning. Jocelyn Erickson and Katie Kistler had two hits apiece.
The Wildcats and Gators play the final game of the series on Sunday at noon.