Softball Recap: Lima Senior Spartans vs. Shawnee Indians
Lima Senior is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 20-4 to the Shawnee Indians on Thursday. Lima Senior was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Shawnee apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
For Shawnee's part, Addie Melson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. Melson has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Melson was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Shawnee got a massive performance out of Anna Menke, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3. Gabby Jones was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances.
Lima Senior's loss dropped their record down to 0-9. As for Shawnee, their win bumped their record up to 6-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lima Senior is on the road again on Monday to play Wapakoneta at 5:00 p.m. As for Shawnee, they will take on Van Wert at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Van Wert is coming into the match with three straight defeats at home, meaning Shawnee will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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