Softball Recap: Chandler Gets the Win

While Chandler's win against Red Oak wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Lions' pitcher stepped up to hand the Eagles a 2-0 shutout on Friday. That's more bragging rights for the Lions, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Kennedy Allen made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two RBI and one double.

Allen wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Madison Cagle, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one double.

Chandler hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters every time they've taken the field this season.

Chandler's victory bumped their record up to 18-2. As for Red Oak, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-7 record this season.

Chandler has already played their next match, an 11-1 win against Sperry on the 15th. As for Red Oak, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Hartshorne at 5:00 p.m. on the 23rd.