Hornets
| 05/07/25 @ Northridge | 25 |
| 04/11/25 vs Zanesville | 18 |
| 04/28/25 @ Zanesville | 17 |
| 03/27/25 @ Bishop Hartley | 14 |
| 04/09/25 vs Heath | 11 |
Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Licking Heights). They blew past the Northridge Vikings 25-5 on Wednesday. The result was nothing new for the Hornets, who have now won seven matchups by six runs or more so far this season.
Natalie Mahoney was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in both of her plate appearances with two runs. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Licking Heights got a massive performance out of Lily Meidl, who went 4-for-6 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. That's the most hits Meidl has posted since back in March of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Alissa West, who went 5-for-6 with four runs, three RBI, and two doubles.
Licking Heights kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 18 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in six consecutive contests.
Licking Heights has been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 12 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-8 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.1 runs over those games. As for Northridge, they are on a 13-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-15.
Coming up, Licking Heights will head out on the road to face off against Liberty Union at 5:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Lions will roll in looking for their 15th straight win, something the Hornets surely won't give up without a fight. As for Northridge, they will be playing at home against Utica at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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