The Lansing Bobcats will play host again on Monday to welcome the Notre Dame Crusaders, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Lansing is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.8 runs per game this season.
On Saturday, it was close, but Lansing sidestepped Whitney Point for a 9-8 win.
Piper Mason spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and five unearned) runs on six hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than six innings in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Isabelle Gustafson was a standout: she scored four runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last five times she's played. Another player making a difference was Brooklyn Walker, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and a double.
Meanwhile, it was a hard-fought game, but Notre Dame had to settle for a 13-12 loss against Watkins Glen on Wednesday.
Lansing pushed their record up to 5-2 with that victory, which was their fourth straight at home. As for Notre Dame, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-2.
Lansing might still be hurting after the 11-0 loss they got from Notre Dame in their previous matchup back in May of 2022. Will Lansing have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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