Softball Recap: Sayre Redskins vs. Towanda Black Knights
Sayre was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 11-1 to the Towanda Black Knights. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Sayre of the 16-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Sayre saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Rylee Lantz, who went 1-for-2 with a triple and an RBI.
On Towanda's side, Shaylee Greenland 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 seven over four innings pitched. Greenland has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Greenland was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Brooklyn Evans was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Payton Perry was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Sayre's defeat dropped their record down to 3-10. As for Towanda, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 11-8.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sayre will take on Troy at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Troy is coming into the contest with five straight wins on the road, so Sayre will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Towanda, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Williamson at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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