Softball Recap: DeKalb falls despite strong effort from Stella Mix

By Team Reports May 8, 2024, 6:18pm

Softball Recap: DeKalb Barons vs. Bellmont Braves

DeKalb was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They fell 9-6 to the Bellmont Braves. The result was an unpleasant reminder to DeKalb of the 6-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.

Stella Mix was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Serena Wineland, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.

On Bellmont's side, Bella Ashley was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched 5.1 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Ashley was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-5.

In other batting news, Emily Bleke was excellent, scoring a run while going 2-for-4. Carissa Mickley was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

DeKalb's loss dropped their record down to 7-13. As for Bellmont, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 10-6.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. DeKalb will take on Hicksville at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Bellmont, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Norwell at 10:00 a.m.

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