Defiance took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Lincolnview, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Bulldogs narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Lancers 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Bulldogs have posted since March 25, 2025.
Addison Miller spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up six Ks.
On the hitting side, Defiance's win was truly a team effort as six different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Ruth Green, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base.

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| 04/04/26 - Home | 2-1 W |
| 05/10/25 - Away | 2-8 L |
| 03/30/24 - Home | 3-13 L |
Defiance's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Lincolnview, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Coming up, Defiance will welcome Tinora at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Lincolnview, they will head out to face off against Coldwater at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Lancers are facing the Cavaliers at the right time seeing as the Cavaliers are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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