Softball Recap: Ballard's Victory on Monday Extends Winning Streak to Seven

Bruins

Margin (Wins)

03/25/25 vs Christian Academy-Louisville	13
04/22/25 vs Sacred Heart	12
03/13/25 @ Western Hills	12
04/01/25 vs Central	11
05/05/25 vs Bethlehem	10

Ballard came tearing into Monday's game with six straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 4.7 runs), and they left with even more momentum. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Bethlehem Eagles/Banshees a 10-0 shutout. The Bruins might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 matchups by six runs or more this season.

The team relied heavily on Ryleah Lawrence, who went 2-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one double. That triple marked the first that she has hit this season. Emery Schuster was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one double.

Ballard hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least four batters in six consecutive contests.

Ballard's win was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 17-9. Those home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.3 runs on average over those games. As for Bethlehem, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 20-14 record this season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ballard will face off against Bullitt East at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Bruins' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Chargers have averaged an impressive 8.8 runs per game this season. As for Bethlehem, they will take on North Bullitt at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles/Banshees will need to watch out since the Eagles have now posted at least ten runs in their last three matchups.