Softball Recap: Oneida wins going away against Austin-East

By Team Reports Apr 8, 2024, 12:39am

Softball Recap: Oneida Indians vs. Austin-East Roadrunners

Oneida scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They blew past the Austin-East Roadrunners 18-3. Oneida might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won three contests by seven runs or more this season.

Kennedy Shoemaker was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Shoemaker was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.

In other batting news, Prayleigh Welch was a standout: she scored two runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. Shayla Shoemaker was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.

Oneida's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Austin-East, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-5.

Oneida will be playing in front of their home fans against Southwestern at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Austin-East, they will head out on the road to face off against Jellico at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Jellico is coming into the matchup with three straight losses at home, meaning Austin-East will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.

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