Softball Recap: Taylor Takes a Loss

Taylor extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 20 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-15 in the process. They came up short against the Delphi Community Oracles, falling 21-1. If the Titans were looking for revenge after losing 4-0 to the Oracles when the teams met back in May of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.

Taylor saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Savanna Mike, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base and one run. That run marked the first that Mike has scored this season.

As for Delphi Community, the victory got them back to even at 10-10. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six contests by seven runs or more this season.

On Delphi Community's side, Peyten Rice made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. Rice was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with one run and one RBI.

In other batting news, Jenna Roth was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. What's more, she posted two hits, the most she's had since back in May of 2024. Abie Pearson was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI.

Looking ahead, Taylor will take on Eastbrook at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Titans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 8.9 runs per game this season. As for Delphi Community, they will face off against Lewis Cass at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.