Andover – Tilton (Friday 4/3): W 10-3, Andover – Governor’s (Wednesday 4/8): W 15-0
4/3 – Andover: 10, Tilton: 3
4/8 – Andover: 15, Governor’s: 0
Softball (3-0) closed out an eventful week with a 10-3 win against Tilton and a 15-0 victory against Governor’s. Over its past three games, the team defeated its opponents with a combined score of 34-3, including two shutouts.
Anaya Qamar ’26 noted that, despite the slow start in Softball’s game against Tilton, the team persisted in its dominant performances with multiple home runs per game.
“In the Tilton game, we started a little slower in the first inning. We didn’t have the best defense, and they scored three runs on us right away. We really came back well and ended up scoring ten runs, and there were a bunch of home runs as well. Today, it was pretty much a complete blowout. It was a mercy rule in three innings, so we won 15-0 in about half the total game. I think there were about five home runs,” said Qamar.
Qamar pointed to notable players in the game against Governor’s.
“Against [Governor’s], Rihana Gomez [’26] hit two home runs, so that definitely made a big difference. Also, Gaby Potter [’27], Gabby Gillette [’28], and Victoria MacKenzie [’28] all hit home runs as well. Pretty much everybody in the lineup got a hit, which was really great. Our offense was really strong. There was really good base running, especially by Mila Fan [’28], who was pinch running and stole a few bases,” said Qamar.
Fan cited the team’s hitting practice as particularly impactful in the game against Governor’s, and commented on her own contributions.
“We spent a lot of time working on it the day before, and you could really tell. People were making solid contact, and once we got going, everything just kept building… I was pinch running, and I was just trying to be aggressive and take advantage of any opportunities. I got a few steals, which was nice, and I think it helped keep the pressure on [Governor’s],” said Fan.
Maddie Marshall ’29 highlighted the team’s strength in focus and communication, as well as its chemistry early on in the season.
“Everyone was doing their job, whether it was at the plate or in the field, and we stayed pretty consistent throughout both games. Our communication was really good, especially on defense. We were talking through every play, which helped us stay really organized. Offensively, we were patient and made good decisions,” said Marshall.
Marshall continued, “We’ve improved a lot in terms of trust and chemistry. Everyone is more comfortable with each other, and that shows in how we play. We’re starting to really click early on, which is exciting.”
Softball continues to hone its offensive skills. Qamar added that, due to inclement weather, the team moved indoors, where it focused on hitting.
“Yesterday, we worked almost entirely on offense and hitting, and that really showed today. Since it was raining, we practiced inside, which meant we had a lot of time to work on tee work, swings in the cages, soft toss, and just hitting drills in general. Our offense really shined today,” said Qamar.
Softball will face BB&N on Friday, Milton on Saturday, and St. Paul’s next Wednesday.
