Softball Recap: Lakeside Extends Home Winning Streak to 13

Lakeside proved they can win big last Tuesday (they won by ten) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They skirted past the Byrd Yellow Jackets 9-7. That's more bragging rights for the Warriors, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

McKenna Chreene was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up six earned runs off ten hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Raleah Harris, who scored a run while going 2-for-4. What's more, she posted three RBI, the most she's had since back in April of 2024. Rhea Waller was another key player, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.

Lakeside kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least ten hits in six consecutive contests.

Warriors

Previous Games (Home)

03/13/25 vs Byrd	9-7
03/04/25 vs Red River	15-0
02/28/25 vs Beekman Charter	14-1
02/25/25 vs Haughton	9-5
02/22/25 vs Converse	10-1
+ 8 more games

Lakeside pushed their record up to 13-2 with the win, which was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.6 runs on average over those games. As for Byrd, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lakeside will welcome Cedar Creek at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Byrd, they will face off against Huntington at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.