Softball Recap: Utica Continues Home Dominance on Tuesday

Utica barely beat Northridge the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Redskins put the hurt on the Vikings with a sharp 15-5 win on Tuesday. The Redskins have beaten the Vikings the last three times they've met, but they better watch out: this was the closest the Vikings has come to flipping the script.

Cheyene Smith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, firing off two home runs, five RBI, and one stolen base while going 2-for-3.

In other batting news, Utica got a massive performance out of Makena Wilson, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 4-for-4. Wilson also hit two doubles, marking her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Baleigh Torrens, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base.

Utica lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Northridge didn't launched any home runs.

Redskins

Previous 4 Games (Home)

04/15/25 vs Northridge	15-5
04/09/25 vs Granville	9-8
03/31/25 vs East Knox	16-3
03/26/25 vs Northmor	9-4

Utica pushed their record up to 4-5 with the victory, which was their fourth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.3 runs over those games. As for Northridge, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-7.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Utica will face off against Licking Heights at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Hornets will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Redskins surely won't give up without a fight. As for Northridge, they will head out to square off against Granville at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Blue Aces have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.25 runs per game on average), something the Vikings will no doubt try to take advantage of.