Softball Recap: Salem Has No Trouble Against Lumberton

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Previous Games

03/20/25 - Away	13-1 W
04/09/24 - Away	16-4 W
03/21/24 - Home	18-1 W
03/26/19 - Home	16-3 W
03/26/19 - Home	12-0 W
+ 4 more games

It was a proper cat-fight when Salem took on Lumberton on Thursday. Everything went the Salem Wildcats' way against the Lumberton Panthers as the Salem Wildcats made off with a 13-1 victory. The Wildcats haven't had any issues with the Panthers recently, as the game was their ninth consecutive win against them.

Skyler Turnage made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. That's the fewest hits she has allowed since back in February of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Rylea Piper, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Kynleigh Eggan was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing Two bases. while going 2-for-4.

Salem kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.

Salem's victory bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Lumberton, they now have a losing record of 3-4-1.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Salem will venture away from home to take on Sacred Heart at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. Lumberton will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on South Pike at 6:00 p.m. on March 31st.