Softball Recap: Archie Whirlwinds vs. Lakeland Vikings
Archie had to endure a seven-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 19-2 margin over the Lakeland Vikings. The win was just what Archie needed coming off of a 14-3 loss in their prior match.
Kyleigh Wilson spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on five hits. Those two earned runs set a new season-high mark for her.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Haliegh Kinney, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-5. The team also got some help courtesy of Lizzy Thompson, who scored three runs and stole four bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Archie's victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-3. As for Lakeland, they dropped their record down to 1-2 with that defeat, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Archie will face off against Midway at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Lakeland, they will head out on the road to challenge Liberal at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Liberal's pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so Lakeland's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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