Softball Recap: Standley Lake's Winning Streak Snapped at Four Games

By Team Reports Sep 11, 2024, 2:55pm

Softball Recap: Standley Lake Gators vs. Dakota Ridge Eagles

It was a good run, but Standley Lake unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Dakota Ridge Eagles by a score of 9-8. The Gators were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in August of 2023.

Brianna Feely was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Michelle Masteller, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.

Even though they lost, Standley Lake kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now hit at least 11 hits in four consecutive games.

Standley Lake's defeat dropped their record down to 4-4. As for Dakota Ridge, the victory snapped their losing streak at six games and leaves them with a 2-8 record.

Standley Lake will square off against Green Mountain at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Green Mountain is coming into the match with four straight losses at home, meaning Standley Lake will have to defend against a team hungry for a win. As for Dakota Ridge, they will challenge Pomona at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The last three games Pomona has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.

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