Columbus extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-3. They lost 11-1 to the Omaha Westside Warriors. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Discoverers of the 3-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in August of 2024.
Columbus saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Gracie Bos, who went 1-for-2 with one run.
As for Omaha Westside, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0. Considering they have won four contests by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
On Omaha Westside's side, Hannah Miller made a splash no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Miller has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Baylee Heffernan was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. Those stolen bases were her first of the season. Taryn Lewis was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and two runs.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Columbus is set to face off against their familiar foe Norfolk at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Omaha Westside will challenge rival Millard South at 12:30 p.m. on Friday.
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