Softball Recap: Keystone Heights' Losing Streak Snapped at Six Games

Keystone Heights got themselves on the board against Bartram Trail on Thursday, but Bartram Trail never followed suit. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 1-0 victory over the Bears. The win was some much needed relief for the Indians as it spelled an end to their six-game losing streak.

Kadence Massey

Batters Struck Out

04/17/25 @ Bartram Trail	5
04/15/25 vs Santa Fe	5
04/08/25 vs Oakleaf	6
04/05/25 vs St. Cloud	5
04/03/25 vs Florida Christian	14
+ 4 more games

The result came thanks to Kadence Massey's shutout, as she gave up just four hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in nine consecutive appearances.

At the plate, Keystone Heights secured the victory behind a pair of hitters. One of them was Amberlea Wagner, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.

Keystone Heights' win bumped their record up to 7-13. As for Bartram Trail, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 14-9.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Keystone Heights will square off against Eustis at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Indians surely won't give up without a fight. As for Bartram Trail, they will challenge Middleburg at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. The Broncos' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so the Bears' hitters will have their work cut out for them.