Softball Recap: Frankfort Takes a Loss

Frankfort fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against Ballard Memorial on Saturday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell 8-5 to the Bombers.

Taylor Gaines put in work no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over eight innings while giving up six earned (and one unearned) runs off ten hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI.

In other batting news, Sadie Dungan was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base. Lilli Wainscott also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.

Frankfort has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-8 record this season. As for Ballard Memorial, their victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-6.

Coming up, Frankfort will take on Western Hills at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Ballard Memorial, they will venture away from home to take on Shelby Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday.