Softball Recap: Centennial Comes Up Short

Centennial had lost four straight on the road, but on Saturday they dropped down to 5-6 to make it five. They lost 20-5 to the Highland Rams. The Patriots were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rams apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.

Bailey Shankland made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double.

As for Highland, they moved to 6-3 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. That 15-run margin sets a new team best for them this season.

On Highland's side, Reece Bybee was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, four runs, and two stolen bases. Bybee continues to improve, besting her previous run total in each of the last three games she's played. Cedar Lacey was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.

The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Highland beat Centennial by a score of 20-5 later that day.