Softball Recap: Logan Chieftains vs. New Lexington Panthers
Logan was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell just short of the New Lexington Panthers by a score of 7-6. Logan was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as New Lexington apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For New Lexington's part, Mia Metzger made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over four innings pitched. Metzger was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Jorja Burkhart was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Mackenzie McCoy, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
Logan's loss dropped their record down to 1-7. As for New Lexington, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-8.
Logan will take on Chillicothe at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for New Lexington, they will be playing at home against River View at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. River View is coming into the contest with five straight defeats on the road, meaning New Lexington will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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