High Point nips Newton in girls softball
| 08 May 2017 | 05:06
Newton first baseman Riley Scuralli stretches to catch the ball as High Point's Kelsey Little steps safely on the base. Photos by George Leroy Hunter
Newton pitcher Katie Maker delivers.
Newton's Brianna Bello connects.
Newton infielder Kathryn Szatkiewicz throws to first base.
High Point's Emma Wiedbrauk watches high ball sail by.
High Point pitcher Brooke Wannemacher on the mound. Wannemacher pitched a five-hitter with three walks and five strikeouts.
Newton's Carly De Iorio hits the ball.
High Point's Grace Musilli takes a cut.
NEWTON — High Point Regional High School defeated Newton High School in varsity softball on Thursday, May 4. The final score was 2-1. The game took place at Memory Park in Newton. Brooke Wannemacher pitched a five-hitter with three walks and five strikeouts for High Point. High Point scored both of its runs in the top of the first inning. Kelsey Little went 2-for-4 with a run, while Casey Rutter went 2-for-3 with a run. Jordyn Martin went 1-for-4 with two RBI, while Cassady Bruning went 1-for-3. Kate Kiefer went 1-for-4 for High Point. Team records: High Point Wildcats 6-8. Newton Braves 8-5.