Softball Recap: Make It Six in a Row for Burns

Bulldogs

Previous 6 Games

05/01/26 @ Shelby	3-1
04/23/26 vs Highland Tech	12-2
04/20/26 @ Highland Tech	9-0
04/16/26 vs Cherryville	12-0
04/15/26 vs East Burke	12-2
04/14/26 @ Cherryville	16-4

While Burns's win against Shelby wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Bulldogs narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Golden Lions 3-1. The win was familiar territory for the Bulldogs, who have now won six games in a row.

Burns' victory was truly a team effort as three different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Aaliyah Sain, who went 1-for-2 with one run.

Burns hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post two or more strikeouts.

Burns' win bumped their record up to 12-8. As for Shelby, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-12 record this season.

Burns will have a chance to go back-to-back against Shelby: the pair will be back at it again later today.