Softball Recap: Nokomis Comes Up Short

Nokomis was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They came up short against the Sangamon Valley/Tri-City Storm, falling 10-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Redskins of the 10-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.

Ella Huelson was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. That stolen base was her first of the season. Faith Morrison was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

Nokomis' loss dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Sangamon Valley/Tri-City, their victory was their eighth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 3-0.

Coming up, Nokomis will challenge Shelbyville at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Sangamon Valley/Tri-City, they will be playing in front of their home fans against the Redskins at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.