Durham Lords Media Release
Saturday, September 6, 2008
LORDS WOMEN’S FASTBALL OPEN UP THE SEASON IN ROCHESTER, NY
OSHAWA, Ont. – The 14-time OCAA Champion Durham Lords Women's Fastball team travelled to Rochester, NY for their annual pre-season trip against some of the top teams in the United States. The Lords took on the three-time National Junior College Champion Monroe College of Rochester in their opening two games of the day.
The Lords played well in both games but fell short to Monroe on both occasions. Despite the pair of losses, Durham head coach Jim Nemish had a positive outlook on the day as his put in a good effort while giving the coaching staff a chance to get a look at everyone in the lineup. The Lords will continue their tour south of the border with another two games tomorrow before heading home for the opening games of the 2008 OCAA season.
GAME ONE SUMMARY
Monroe defeated Durham 3-2
The first game of the doubleheader was a thriller as the teams entered the seventh inning tied a two runs apiece. After shutting out the Lords in the seventh, Monroe managed to poke a hole in the Lords defense to take a 3-2 victory. Durham ace Danielle Smith had a solid game despite picking up the loss as she pitched the complete game allowing only five hits while striking out five batters. Erica Dewey went 2-for-3 at the plate for Durham while Erin Dewey and Carolyn Moore scored the Lords pair of runs.
Line Score
Durham 1-1-0-0-0-0-0 (2)
Monroe 0-0-0-2-0-0-1 (3)
WP – Lindsay Grace, Monroe
LP - Danielle Smith, Durham
GAME TWO SUMMARY
Monroe defeated Durham 5-0
In game two of the day, Durham could not capitalize on their opportunities as they put up eight hits but were shutout in the run column. Shannon Stewart was 2-for-2 in the game for Durham while Shannon Ferguson went 2-for-3. Karie Neddo made her pitching debut for the Lords and pitched well despite picking up the loss. The Lords had plenty of ups and downs in the game as Monroe made the most of their opportunities to take the win.
Line Score
Durham 0-0-0-0-0-0-0 (0)
Monroe 1-0-2-2-0-0-X (5)
WP – Kerry Jones, Monroe
LP – Karie Neddo, Durham
A QUICK LOOK AT DURHAM
Conference Record: 0-0
Overall Record: 0-2
Next Action:
September 11 @ Mohawk Mountaineers (5:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.) *Doubleheader
Next Home Action:
September 19 vs. Mohawk Mountaineers (7 p.m.) @ Durham Field
*Alumni Game and 2008 Home Opener
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FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Scott Dennis
Sports Information and Marketing Coordinator
Durham College and UOIT Athletics
905.721.2000 Ext. 2784 (P)
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