Softball Recap: North White Takes a Loss

North White had lost four straight at home, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 9-10 to make it five. They came up short against the Pioneer Panthers, falling 13-2. Having soared to a lofty 18 runs in the game before, the Vikings couldn't push the score so high this time.

North White saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kaylyn Applegate, who went 1-for-4 with one stolen base and one run. Faythe Stewart also deserves some recognition as she got her first hit of the season.

As for Pioneer, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-8 record this season. The result was nothing new for Pioneer, who have now won eight games by 11 runs or more so far this season.

On Pioneer's side, Lois Layer and Victoria Bingamen made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Layer tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Bingamen pitched six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off six hits. Layer has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up a single earned run in four consecutive appearances. At the plate, Layer went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double, while Bingamen went 1-for-2 with two RBI. Those two RBI gave Bingamen a new career-high.

In other batting news, Addison Kennell was incredible, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last 11 contests. Another player making a difference was Hollie Zellers, who went 2-for-5 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.

Looking ahead, North White will be playing in front of their home fans against Faith Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 14.13 runs per game on average), something the Vikings will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Pioneer, they will venture away from home to take on North Miami at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the Panthers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.