Softball Recap: Coshocton Comes Up Short

Coshocton extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 20 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-18 in the process. They came up short against the Philo Electrics, falling 12-2. If the Redskins were looking for revenge after losing 12-4 to the Electrics when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.

As for Philo, the victory got them back to even at 9-9. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for they considering their two-run performance the game before.

For Philo's part, Lexie Charles made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out ten over five innings pitched. Charles has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, one triple, and two RBI. She also scored a run, marking her first of the season.

In other batting news, Kyleigh McGraw was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, four RBI, and one triple. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Jocee Hummel, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI.

Looking ahead, Coshocton will head out to face off against Shenandoah at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Philo, they will face off against Utica at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.