Lyons is on a six-game streak of home losses (dating back to last season), Nickerson an eight-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Lyons Lions will take on the Nickerson Panthers at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Lyons fell victim to Hoisington and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 10-0 walloping at the hands of the Cardinals.
Meanwhile, Nickerson scored the most runs they've had all season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell 18-13 to Smoky Valley. Both teams can probably skip cardio this week after making that many trips around the bases.
Mayci Terhune was huge no matter where she played even without the win. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off two hits. Terhune has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Terhune was also big at the plate, scoring three runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Jayli Groth and Bella Finch did some serious damage despite the final result: Groth scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4, while Finch scored a run while going 3-for-3. Avery Hambrick was another key contributor, going 3-for-5 with three RBI.
Even though they lost, Nickerson kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Lyons' defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Nickerson, their loss dropped their record down to 0-4.
Lyons couldn't quite finish off Nickerson when the teams last played back in April of 2023 and fell 11-9. Will Lyons 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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