Softball Recap: Butler Gets the Win

In Thursday's Canine Competition, Butler came out on top. They walked away with a 7-2 victory over the Ballantyne Ridge Wolves on Thursday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Bulldogs.

Parker Lamb

Earned Runs

04/24/25 @ Ballantyne Ridge	1
04/04/25 vs East Mecklenburg	0
04/02/25 vs Parkwood	1

Parker Lamb was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Alyssa Rubidoux, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March. Elisha Heath was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one double.

Butler's win bumped their record up to 7-11. As for Ballantyne Ridge, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-16 record this season.

Butler will venture away from home to face off against Independence at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Patriots will roll in looking for their 14th straight victory, something the Bulldogs surely won't give up without a fight. Ballantyne Ridge does not have any more games scheduled as of now.