Softball Recap: Elwood Comes Up Short

Delta hit Elwood with a four-run fifth inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Panthers came up short against the Eagles, falling 14-4. That's two games in a row now that the Panthers have lost by exactly ten runs.

Kelsey Armes made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run, four RBI, and one stolen base. That stolen base was her first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Taylor Hawks, who went 1-for-2 with two runs and one triple.

Elwood has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-17 record this season. As for Delta, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-14.

Elwood and Delta are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Panthers will challenge Tipton at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Delta, they will be playing at home against New Palestine at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.