Softball Game Preview: Pekin Panthers vs. Lone Tree Lions

The Pekin Panthers are taking a road trip to challenge the Lone Tree Lions at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.

Pekin is leaving town to face Lone Tree after disappointing their home crowd in their season opener. The Panthers took a 13-8 hit to the loss column at the hands of Hillcrest Academy on Tuesday. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it seven in a row.

Meanwhile, Lone Tree was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 11th straight loss dating back to last season. They came up short against Louisa-Muscatine, falling 10-0.

Pekin skirted past Lone Tree 10-8 when the teams last played back in June of 2024. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Panthers since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.