Softball Recap: Winnebago Lutheran Academy triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Maddie Anhalt

By Team Reports May 4, 2024, 4:19pm

Softball Recap: Winnebago Lutheran Academy Vikings vs. Luther Prep Phoenix

Winnebago Lutheran Academy came into Friday's match having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Luther Prep Phoenix a 6-0 shutout on Friday. This was payback for Winnebago Lutheran Academy, who suffered a 4-2 defeat the last time these two teams met.

Maddie Anhalt made a big impact no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 19 over seven innings pitched. Anhalt has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in six consecutive pitching appearances. Anhalt was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.

In other batting news, Winnebago Lutheran Academy let Anna Trewin and Averie Suprenand loose on the outfield. Trewin went 2-for-4 with a triple and a run, while Suprenand scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. Addy Suprenand was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

Winnebago Lutheran Academy's win bumped their record up to 5-8. As for Luther Prep, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-5.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Winnebago Lutheran Academy will stay at home for another game and welcome St. Mary's Springs at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Luther Prep will take on Brookfield Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

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