Softball Recap: Lennox comes up short despite Danica Van Ningen's strong performance

By Team Reports May 7, 2024, 9:45pm

Softball Recap: Lennox Orioles vs. Dakota Valley Panthers

If Lennox was feeling good off their 21-1 takedown of Parkston last Saturday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Lennox Orioles lost 9-3 to the Dakota Valley Panthers on Tuesday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Lennox of the 16-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.

Danica Van Ningen made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-2. Macy Wallenstein was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-3.

Lennox has been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 11 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-13 record this season. As for Dakota Valley, they pushed their record up to 4-7 with that win, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lennox will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Madison at 5:00 p.m. As for Dakota Valley, they will square off against Sioux Falls Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.

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