Team Italy manager Maristella Perizzolo made the right call when starting pitcher Emma Silva in the circle against France on day one of the U15 European Softball Championship in Enschede, the Netherlands on Monday, July 18, 2022. The Italian pitcher threw six scoreless innings and gave up just two hits with nine strikeouts and no walks to win the 1-0 shutout.
France starter Emma Flayol gave her best effort but hit opposing pitcher Emma Silva at bat in the bottom of the fourth inning. Speedster Anita Girardi replaced her at first base, immediately stole second base and reached third base when the catcher's throw to second went into center field. She later scored on a fielder's choice by Sveva Moggi to give Team Italy the slim 1-0 advantage and eventually win the contest.
FRANCE-ITALY BOX SCORE
With the 1-0 victory over France, Team Italy plays two games on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. The Italians will be put to the test against a strong Czech Republic at 9 am (local time) before battling Croatia in the afternoon at 2 pm (local time). Round-robin action continues through Friday, July 22, 2022. The U15 European Softball Championship Placement Games, Bronze Medal Game and Gold Medal Game take place on July 23, 2022. Forza #Italia!
by Roberto Angotti
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(Photo of Team Italy starting pitcher Emma Silva against France in the 2022 U15 European Softball Championship by LG/FIBS)
