Softball Recap: Pekin's Luck Changes for the Better on Friday

Panthers

Team Score (Highest)

06/05/26 @ Wapello	8
06/01/26 vs New London	7
05/26/26 @ Hillcrest Academy	4
06/04/26 vs Van Buren County	2
05/28/26 vs Lone Tree	2

Pekin's game on Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Wapello Indians by a score of 8-5. The Panthers' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

Pekin moved to 2-4 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak. As for Wapello, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-4.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pekin will head out to challenge Holy Trinity Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Wapello, they will square off against Winfield-Mt. Union at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.