Tigers Breeze By Tornado In Section Finale, 16-1

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The North Allegheny Tigers finished section play with a 16-1 win over the Butler Golden Tornado on Tuesday afternoon.

NA’s offense struck early and often, tallying 11 hits in five innings of play. Sophomore Meghan McDonough, freshman Carlyn Vaupel, and freshman Anne Melle each had multiple hits for the Tigers. McDonough also recorded an RBI, while Vaupel and Melle each recorded two RBI each. Junior Alaina Whipkey and senior Ashley Solenday finished the day with three RBIs apiece, while freshman Caitlin Logan drove in a pair.

Melle earned the win for the Tigers. She threw 5 complete innings, holding Butler to 2 hits and 1 strikeout.

The Tigers have clinched a playoff bid for the 2021 postseason. They will travel to Shaler for a non-section contest on Thursday.

Box Score - Softball vs. Butler - 05/11/2021

Score by Innings1234567RHE
North Allegheny35404XX16113
Butler00100XX123
WP - Anne Melle (4-4) LP - Kelsey Ogin