Softball Recap: Laurence Manning Academy Swampcats vs. Orangeburg Prep Indians
Laurence Manning Academy was the 12-2 winner over Orangeburg Prep when they last played one another back in April of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Laurence Manning Academy Swampcats took a 5-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Orangeburg Prep Indians on Tuesday. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Laurence Manning Academy has scored all season.
For Orangeburg Prep's part, Payton Schurlknight was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Schurlknight has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in eight consecutive pitching appearances. Schurlknight was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing four bases while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, Calee Hartzog was incredible, going 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Lauren Ballew was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Laurence Manning Academy's loss dropped their record down to 8-3. As for Orangeburg Prep, the victory (which was their ninth in a row) raised their record to 10-1.
Laurence Manning Academy will be playing in front of their home fans against Wilson Hall at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Laurence Manning Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 1.5 runs per game this season, so Wilson Hall's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Orangeburg Prep, they will head out on the road to challenge Thomas Sumter Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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