Softball Recap: Seneca Comes Up Short

Seneca was the 13-11 winner over Aurora when they last played one another back in October of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Indians took a 4-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Houn Dawgs on Tuesday. Indians fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Houn Dawgs since Tuesday.

Kynlee Sommer spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits and racked up eight Ks.

At the plate, Kordy Hancock was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two doubles, and one run. Those stolen bases marked the first that she has snagged this season.

Seneca dropped their record down to 1-5 with the defeat, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Aurora, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Seneca will venture away from home to square off against Nevada at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Aurora, they will head out to challenge Cassville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Wildcats' pitching crew has only allowed 3.5 runs per game this season, so the Houn Dawgs' hitters will have their work cut out for them.