Softball Recap: Ben Lippen finds home field redemption against Thomas Sumter Academy

By Team Reports Apr 19, 2024, 2:07am

Softball Recap: Ben Lippen Falcons vs. Thomas Sumter Academy Generals

There's no place like home for Ben Lippen, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Wednesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-8 win over the Thomas Sumter Academy Generals on Tuesday. That's more bragging rights for Ben Lippen, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

For Thomas Sumter Academy's part, Lila Kate Stines was cooking despite her team's loss, going 4-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs.

The victory got Ben Lippen back to even at 4-4. As for Thomas Sumter Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 6-3.

Ben Lippen didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 20-18 win vs. Heathwood Hall Episcopal on the 17th. As for Thomas Sumter Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Orangeburg Prep at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Thomas Sumter Academy is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.8 runs per game this season.

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