Makenna Richards Delivers Walk-Off Victory for Allegany College of Maryland

Cumberland, MD – April 6, 2024 – The Allegany College of Maryland (ACM) Lady Trojans electrified their home crowd with a thrilling 10-9 walk-off win against Anne Arundel Community College (AACC). The ACM Softball Complex witnessed a heart-pounding battle that will be etched in Trojans history.

In the decisive 7th inning, with two outs, it was Makenna Richards who stepped into the batter's box. Her line drive to the opposite field sent shockwaves through the stadium, securing victory for the Lady Trojans. The roar of the fans echoed as Richards rounded the bases, sealing the dramatic win.

The game unfolded with ACM taking an early lead in the bottom of the 1st inning. Cassidy Drobek ignited the offense with a double, followed by Cathy Cessna's single. Drobek capitalized on a passed ball, and then Emily Mallow added another run with her single.

However, AACC fought back, capturing a 7-4 lead in the top of the 5th inning. The tension was palpable, but the Lady Trojans refused to yield.

In the climactic 7th inning, the Trojans rallied. Alexia Sullivan singled, driving in a crucial run. Hannah Swain followed suit, adding another run with her single. And then came the heroics: Makenna Richards stepped up and doubled, bringing in two more runs. The crowd erupted, celebrating a hard-fought victory.

On the mound, Emily Mallow showcased her pitching prowess. She allowed only 4 hits and 3 runs over 4 innings, striking out 2 and walking 1. In the 5th inning, Cassidy Drobek took over, securing the save and preserving the win.

The Trojans' bats were relentless, amassing a total of 16 hits. Richards stood out, contributing 3 RBIs to the lineup. Meanwhile, Emily Mallow led the charge with 3 hits in her 4 at-bats. Not to be outdone, Nakiya Copes, Cassidy Drobek, Cathy Cessna, and Emma Komatz all delivered multiple hits.

The Allegany College of Maryland (ACM) Lady Trojans continued their winning streak, clinching a 7-5 victory over Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) in Game 2 of the doubleheader. The Lady Trojan Softball Field witnessed intense action as both teams battled for supremacy.

The score swung like a pendulum throughout the game. ACM seized an early lead in the 1st inning, but AACC fought back to take the lead in the 3rd inning. Undeterred, the Lady Trojans rallied in the bottom of the 3rd, reclaiming the advantage with a 5-2 scoreline. Cassidy Drobek's single, followed by Cathy Cessna's double, and Emily Mallow's clutch double drove in crucial runs for ACM.

On the mound, Emily Mallow once again showcased her pitching prowess. She allowed 14 hits and 4 runs over 6 innings, striking out 1 and walking 3. In the top of the 7th, Cassidy Drobek stepped in to secure the save, ensuring the Lady Trojans' triumph.

The Lady Trojans' bats were on fire, amassing a total of 12 hits. Mallow led the charge with 3 RBIs, going 2-3 at the plate. Meanwhile, Cathy Cessna maintained a perfect 3-3 record, setting the tone for the team. Makenna Richards and Cassidy Drobek also contributed multiple hits to ACM's offensive onslaught.

With this victory, the Lady Trojans have set the stage for an exciting season. Fans can look forward to more thrilling matchups as ACM faces Cecil Community College on Wednesday, April 10th at 3 PM and 5 PM. Trojans have won 4 straight and are 8-10 on the season.