Softball Recap: Wartburg Central Takes a Loss

Wartburg Central dropped their record down to 9-7 on Monday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins. They lost 11-4 to the Coalfield Yellow Jackets. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Yellow Jackets this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-7 back in March.

Wartburg Central saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Maddy Hurst, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one run and one RBI. Katelyn Rayfield also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.

As for Coalfield, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine games. That's provided a nice bump to their 17-3-2 record this season. The result was nothing new for Coalfield, who have now won 12 contests by six runs or more so far this season.

On Coalfield's side, Olivia Laymance was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Laymance has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 15 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one home run.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gracie Davis, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, six RBI, and one double. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Baylee Chadwick, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Wartburg Central will welcome Roane County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Coalfield, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Claiborne at 7:35 p.m.