Softball Recap: Galva Wildcats vs. Orion Chargers
Galva was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 13-6 to the Orion Chargers. Galva was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Orion apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
Kaylyn Gale made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-4. Lilly Wigant was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Orion's side, Hannah Swope was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Swope has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Swope was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Kenadi Sovey was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Lainey Kunert, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Galva's defeat dropped their record down to 3-10. As for Orion, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 5-11.
Galva will be playing at home against Biggsville West Central at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Biggsville West Central is coming into the game with seven straight victories on the road, so Galva will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Orion, they will play host again on Tuesday to welcome Rockridge, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Rockridge is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.6 runs per game this season.
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