Softball Recap: Vermilion triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Sarah Beck

By Team Reports May 4, 2024, 1:08pm

Softball Recap: Vermilion Sailors vs. Huron Tigers

Vermilion lost to Huron back in March of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Vermilion Sailors came out on top in a nail-biter against the Huron Tigers and snuck past 4-2.

Gracie Porter spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits.

At the plate, the team relied heavily on Sarah Beck, who scored a run while going 2-for-3. Jeighla Peak was another key contributor, going 1-for-3 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.

Vermilion's win bumped their record up to 6-10. As for Huron, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 14-6.

Vermilion will be playing at home against Columbian at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Huron, they will head out on the road to take on Shelby at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Shelby will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Huron surely won't give up without a fight.

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