Lions
| 05/07/25 vs Bellmont | 4-1 |
| 04/30/25 vs New Haven | 16-0 |
| 04/29/25 vs Carroll | 3-2 |
| 04/28/25 vs Norwell | 9-4 |
| 04/24/25 vs Heritage | 6-3 |
| + 2 more games |
Leo had won seven straight at home, but on Wednesday they bumped their record up to 17-3 to make it eight. They walked away with a 4-1 win over the Bellmont Braves. The Lions haven't had any issues with the Braves recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.
Leah Shappell spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Carley Funk, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base and one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted over her last 14 matchups. Another player making a difference was Sara Hoeppner, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Leo hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in four consecutive games.
As for Bellmont, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season. They just can't catch a break and have now endured six defeats in a row.
On Bellmont's side, Taylor Bauer made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run.
Looking ahead, Leo will venture away from home to challenge Woodlan at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Bellmont, they will welcome Huntington North at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Braves are facing the Vikings at the right time seeing as the Vikings are stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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