Softball Recap: Bucklin Red Aces vs. Skyline Thunderbirds
Bucklin was the 7-6 winner over Skyline when they last played one another on Friday, but their luck changed this time around. The Bucklin Red Aces fell 12-8 to the Skyline Thunderbirds on Friday.
For Skyline's part, Kory Anschutz made a big impact no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over seven innings pitched. Anschutz has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Anschutz was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Sarah Reyes was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Ashley Spease, who scored two runs while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.
Bucklin now has a losing record at 2-3-1. As for Skyline, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bucklin will square off against Sublette on Thursday. As for Skyline, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Thomas More Prep-Marian on Tuesday.
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