Columbian extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping them down to 1-10. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-8 heartbreaker at the hands of the Sandusky Blue Streaks. The Tornadoes were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Blue Streaks apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
Columbian got a big performance out of Maddy Richie, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run. Those doubles were Richie's first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Maizie Mellott, who went 1-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
As for Sandusky, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-4 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games.
On Sandusky's side, Kaylee Summers made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out eight over eight innings pitched. Summers has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one double and one RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Izabell Sartor was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Akiyla Jones, who went 1-for-4 with four stolen bases and two runs.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Columbian will square off against rival Perkins at 4:45 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Sandusky is set to challenge their familiar foe Norwalk at 4:45 p.m. on Friday.
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