Softball Recap: Crestview Victorious

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Previous Games

04/30/25 - Home	5-4 W
03/27/25 - Home	18-5 W
05/01/24 - Home	3-2 W
04/27/24 - Away	13-0 W
04/21/23 - Home	8-1 W
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While Crestview's victory against Newton Falls wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Rebels skirted past the Tigers 5-4. The Rebels haven't had any issues with the Tigers recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.

Makayla Mckee was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over four innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one double and one RBI.

In other batting news, Brenna Figley was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted over her last 11 matchups. Lainey Milhoan was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and one run.

Crestview was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .400. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their batting average total in three consecutive contests.

Crestview's victory bumped their record up to 11-8. As for Newton Falls, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season.

Crestview is taking a road trip to face off against LaBrae at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Rebels' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 8.7 runs per game this season. As for Newton Falls, they will welcome Bristol at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Panthers will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Tigers surely won't give up without a fight.