Softball Recap: Colton falls despite strong effort from Katelynn Kimsey

By Team Reports May 11, 2024, 12:13pm

Softball Recap: Colton Vikings vs. Salem Academy Crusaders

Colton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 20-14 to the Salem Academy Crusaders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Colton of the 12-8 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Wednesday.

Katelynn Kimsey made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Chayse Smith, who scored a run while going 3-for-4.

Colton's defeat dropped their record down to 10-14. As for Salem Academy, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 14-0.

Colton does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Salem Academy, they will be playing at home against North Douglas at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.

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