Softball Recap: Oley Valley triumphant thanks to a strong effort from Cheyenne Walsh

By Team Reports May 2, 2024, 2:37pm

Softball Recap: Oley Valley Lynx vs. Antietam Mountaineers

Oley Valley's game on Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They never let the Antietam Mountaineers onto the board and left with a 15-0 victory. The high-scoring effort was just what Oley Valley needed considering they were shutout in their previous contest.

Cheyenne Walsh made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Walsh was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-1.

In other batting news, Oley Valley got a massive performance out of Emma Ott, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a triple. Ava Walters was another key contributor, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with a home run and two runs.

Oley Valley's win bumped their record up to 6-10. As for Antietam, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-6.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Oley Valley will take on Executive Education Academy Charter School at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Antietam, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Kutztown at 4:00 p.m.

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