Softball Recap: Elkhart Lions vs. Warsaw Tigers
Elkhart never let their opponents score on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 16-0 margin over the Warsaw Tigers. With that victory, Elkhart brought their scoring average up to 6.4 runs per game.
Anna Knight made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over five innings pitched. Knight has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive pitching appearances. Knight was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gabby Wagner, who went 3-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Fionna Topolpski, who scored a run while going 2-for-5.
On Warsaw's side, they saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kaitlyn ODell, who went 1-for-1 with a stolen base.
Elkhart has been performing well recently as they've won eight of their last ten matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 11-8 record this season. As for Warsaw, their loss was their ninth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-19.
Elkhart will head out on the road to challenge South Bend St. Joseph at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Both teams will come into the contest having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes. As for Warsaw, they will head out on the road to take on Mishawaka at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Mishawaka will roll in looking for their 16th straight win, something Warsaw surely won't give up without a fight.
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