Softball Recap: Charlevoix Takes a Loss

Charlevoix extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 4-8 in the process. They lost 9-2 to the Grayling Vikings. If the Rayders were looking for revenge after losing 14-4 to the Vikings when the teams met back in May of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.

Gemma Bonney was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and one run.

As for Grayling, their victory bumped their record up to 14-5-1. The result was nothing new for the Vikings, who have now won ten matchups by six runs or more so far this season.

On Grayling's side, Jessica Campbell made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits. Campbell has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in 11 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one home run and five RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April.

In other batting news, Cali D'Amour was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Kendra Allen, who went 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI.

Coming up, Charlevoix will take on Cheboygan at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Rayders are facing the Chiefs at the right time seeing as the Chiefs are stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Grayling, they will welcome Elk Rapids at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Elks will roll in looking for their 17th straight win, something the Vikings surely won't give up without a fight.