Softball Recap: Madison Comes Up Short

Madison extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 23 on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-10. They came up short against the Northeast Bearcats, falling 20-0. The Panthers were not able to make up for their defeat to the Bearcats from their previous meeting back in October of 2024.

As for Northeast, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-4 record this season. Considering they have won five matchups by more than six runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.

For Northeast's part, Mallori Hankins and Olivia Cross made a splash while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Hankins tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Cross pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run any time she's pitched this season. At bat, Hankins went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Cross went 1-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.

In other batting news, Melia Gittemeier was a standout: she went a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. Those hits were her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Brooklee Harrison, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI and two runs.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Madison will host Bevier at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Northeast, they will face off against La Plata at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.