Softball Recap: Paola Panthers vs. Tonganoxie Chieftains
Sadly, Paola is still looking for their first win of the season after eight contests. They took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tonganoxie Chieftains in Tuesday's second game. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Paola of the 4-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture in Tuesday's first game.
For Tonganoxie's part, Sage Isaacs made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and not a single walk). Isaacs has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Isaacs was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emerson Maslak, who went 3-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a run. Another player making a difference was Abby Clarkson, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Paola's loss dropped their record down to 0-7-1. As for Tonganoxie, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
Paola will head out on the road to square off against Iola at 4:30 p.m. in Friday's first game. Iola is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.8 runs per game this season. As for Tonganoxie, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Louisburg at 4:30 p.m. in Thursday's first game. Louisburg will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Tonganoxie surely won't give up without a fight.
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