Softball Game Recap: South Hamilton Comes Up Short

By Team Reports Jun 1, 2024, 6:25am

Softball Recap: South Hamilton Hawks vs. Perry Bluejays

South Hamilton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They took a 6-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Perry Bluejays. The result was an unpleasant reminder to South Hamilton of the 14-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in June of 2023.

For Perry's part, Maci Tunink spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on three hits. Tunink has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season.

At the plate, the team relied heavily on Karagyn Whelchel, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4. Kalley Whelchel was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.

South Hamilton's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Perry, they now have a winning record of 2-1.

South Hamilton will head out on the road to take on Clarion-Goldfield/DOWS at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Perry, they will be playing at home against Prairie City-Monroe at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

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