Panthers
| 05/09/26 @ Elkhart Christian Academy | 23 |
| 05/15/26 vs Lakewood Park Christian | 10 |
| 05/08/26 vs Edon | 10 |
| 05/05/26 vs Angola | 10 |
| 04/16/26 @ West Noble | 10 |
Prairie Heights's game on Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 14-4 margin over Lakewood Park Christian. Prairie Heights might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matchups by six runs or more this season.
Hayley Hardy was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in April. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and three RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Febie Booher, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and two doubles. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Avery Certain, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two stolen bases and three runs.
Prairie Heights kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are a perfect 9-0 when they post 11 or more hits.
Prairie Heights' victory was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 11-6. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.0 runs over those games. As for Lakewood Park Christian, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-9.
Coming up, Prairie Heights will take on Rensselaer Central in a tournament on Saturday. As for Lakewood Park Christian, they will challenge Lakeland at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lakers have averaged an impressive 8.5 runs per game this season.
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