SALEM, Va. – In its opening game at the 2nd annual Hokie Invite, Virginia Tech defeated Michigan 5-3.
The Hokies did all their scoring in the bottom of the first inning. Nora Abromavage and Jordan Lynch yielded RBI singles while Addison Foster hit a two-run triple, followed up by a Gaby Mizelle RBI single.
The Wolverines responded in the top of the second inning when pitcher Erin Hoehn hit a two-run home run to put a dent in the lead.
But a pitcher’s duel would ensue after that. Emma Mazzarone pitched 5 innings for the Hokies, racking up 7 strikeouts. Bree Carrico earned the save allowing no hits after facing six batters.
Michigan won the opening game of the Hokie Invite over Boston College, 7-1.
The tournament resumes Friday at 10 a.m. when Bryant and Michigan do battle. Virginia Tech is back in action Friday at 6 p.m. as it takes on James Madison.