Softball Recap: Indiana wins going away against Highlands

By Team Reports Apr 18, 2024, 10:25am

Softball Recap: Indiana Little Indians vs. Highlands Golden Rams

Indiana entered their tilt with Highlands with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They were the clear victor by a 9-1 margin over the Highlands Golden Rams on Wednesday. That looming 9-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Indiana yet this season.

Olivia Zimmerman spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up 14 Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season.

At the plate, Kaylee Cass and Addie Stossel did most of the damage at the plate: Cass went 2-for-4 with three RBI, while Stossel scored a run while going 2-for-3. Haley Hamilton was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.

Indiana's victory bumped their record up to 5-3. As for Highlands, they are on an eight-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.

Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Woodland Hills the next time they take the field. Indiana will head out to face Woodland Hills at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, while Highlands will head out to face them at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.

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