Franklin Regional wins 8-7 over Plum in ninth inning

Franklin Regional and Plum faced off in a competitive softball game that extended into the ninth inning on Wednesday. The match took place at Franklin Regional High School in chilly and windy conditions. Initially, both teams were tied at the end of regulation, which resulted in extra innings. The game was tightly contested, with Franklin Regional ultimately winning 8-7. Toryn Fulton, the shortstop, secured the victory by drawing a bases-loaded walk. This allowed pinch runner Celina Camacho to score the winning run. Fulton played a significant role in the game. She hit a two-run homer earlier, giving her team a 4-2 lead at one point. Her performance included three walks and she contributed strategically in the ninth inning to clinch the win after the team had previously left the bases loaded. Plum had a strong start, holding a 3-7 deficit after four innings. However, they rallied back to tie the game by scoring two runs in the fifth, one in the sixth, and another in the seventh. The Mustangs showed resilience, attempting to capitalize on opportunities throughout the game. Plum's pitcher, Mackenzie Marotta, gave her all, striking out ten batters but ultimately allowed 13 hits. Despite the loss, Plum coach Phil Dilonardo praised his team's fighting spirit against a tough opponent. Overall, Franklin Regional improved to a 3-2 record after this win, while Plum faced its first defeat of the season, ending their streak at 3-1. Both teams displayed strong hitting and competitive spirit, making for an exciting matchup.