Zane Trace took an 11-run defeat the last time they faced off against Unioto, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Pioneers skirted past the Shermans 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Pioneers have posted since April 15th.
Kali Ward
| 04/30/26 @ Unioto | 2 |
| 04/27/26 vs Huntington | 1 |
| 04/24/26 vs Southeastern | 1 |
| 04/23/26 vs Chillicothe | 2 |
| 04/22/26 @ Adena | 2 |
| + 3 more games |
Kali Ward spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Haylynn Boggess-Pierce, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and three runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Alexa Smith, who went 3-for-4 with two RBI and one double.
Zane Trace's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-15. As for Unioto, they dropped their record down to 12-11 with the loss, which was their fourth straight at home.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Zane Trace is set to square off against their familiar foe Paint Valley at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Unioto will face off against rival Westfall at 5:15 p.m. on Friday.
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