Softball Recap: Landri Nelson can't quite lead Cleveland over Silverdale Academy

By Team Reports Apr 27, 2024, 8:49am

Softball Recap: Cleveland Blue Raiders vs. Silverdale Academy Seahawks

Thursday just wasn't the day for Cleveland's offense. They fell 4-0 to the Silverdale Academy Seahawks on Thursday. The game marked the first time this season in which Cleveland was not able to get on the board.

Cleveland saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Landri Nelson, who went 3-for-3 with a double.

On Silverdale Academy's side, not much got past Airebis Cox, who gave up just five hits and racked up 14 Ks to keep Cleveland off the board. Cox has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.

At the plate, Gabriella Hensley was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was Ella Cunningham, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2.

Cleveland's defeat dropped their record down to 18-13. As for Silverdale Academy, the win was the 27th in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 40-3.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cleveland will take on Bradley Central at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Silverdale Academy, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Gibbs, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. Gibbs is coming into the match with four straight victories on the road, so Silverdale Academy will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.

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