Lakeview can finally bid farewell to their nine-game losing streak thanks to their game on Saturday. They came out on top against the Raymond Central Mustangs by a score of 8-3. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Vikings also won the last time the pair played back in September of 2021.
Cali Bentz made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits (and not a single walk). What's more, she also posted a .667 OBP, which is the highestshe's posted in she last seven games. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
In other batting news, Sydney Spohn was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-3. What's more, she also posted a .667 batting average, which is the highestshe's posted since back in August. Another player making a difference was Abby Bird, who went 1-for-2 with a home run.
Lakeview didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with seven strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Raymond Central only tossed two.
Lakeview's win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-12. As for Raymond Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last nine contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-16 record this season.
Lakeview will head out to challenge Seward on Monday. Seward's pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so Lakeview's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Raymond Central, they will host Guardian Angels Central Catholic on Tuesday.
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