Softball Recap: Elkhart Wildcats vs. Holcomb Longhorns
Sadly, Elkhart is still looking for their first win of the season after six games. They suffered a rough 25-2 defeat at the hands of the Holcomb Longhorns in Thursday's second game. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Elkhart of the 20-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture in Thursday's first game.
For Holcomb's part, Korryn Johnson made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (she also only allowed one walk). Johnson has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Johnson was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with two RBI and a double.
In other batting news, Holcomb got a massive performance out of Emma Cornelsen, who went 4-for-4 with five RBI, three runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Morgan Buchholz, who went 3-for-3 with six RBI, three runs, and a triple.
Elkhart's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Holcomb, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 8-0.
Elkhart will head out on the road to face off against Bucklin on Monday. As for Holcomb, they will be playing at home against Spearville at 4:00 p.m. in Monday's first game. Holcomb will be looking to keep their 14-game home win streak dating back to last season alive.
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