Softball Recap: Eisenhower Puts Losing Streak Behind Them

By Team Reports Apr 29, 2026, 3:58am

Softball Recap: Eisenhower Cadets vs. Wenatchee Panthers

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Previous Games

04/28/26 - Home13-12 W
04/21/26 - Away12-17 L
04/21/26 - Away5-6 L
05/13/25 - Away6-7 L
04/22/25 - Home6-19 L
+ 5 more games

Eisenhower had lost four straight, but after bumping their record up to 8-9 on Tuesday that streak is in the rearview. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Wenatchee Panthers, sneaking past 13-12. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Cadets considering their one-run performance the contest before.

The team relied heavily on Zabella Hickenbottom, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Dylan Deveaux was another key player, going 3-for-4 with four RBI and two runs.

They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Eisenhower kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They are 7-1 when they post 11 or more hits.

As for Wenatchee, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 7-8. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.

On Wenatchee's side, Mak Cardona was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with four RBI and one double. Danica Cardona also deserves some recognition as she hit her first triple of the season.

We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Eisenhower is set to square off against their familiar foe Eastmont at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Wenatchee will face off against rival Davis at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.

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