Trotters fight hard against Lions

Plains was defeated 8-3 last Friday against the Lincoln County Lions in Eureka. The Lions came out strong, grabbing five runs in the first two innings. “It was a tough loss, but we had some younger girls make some great plays,” said Coach Kati Mitchell.

Bats were swinging but not making the crack needed for the hits. Lions pitcher Ellie Durden struck out 11 Trotters. Carlie Wagoner slugged a triple, while Maddy Blood and Izzy Crabb hit doubles. The team as a whole pounded out seven hits to the Lions nine hits.

Stealing bases was a theme of the game. With Blood, Crabb, Kassidy O’Keefe, Aliyah Heathers and Jaelyn Carr all out for the steal, the team was fierce. Carr and Blood kept a sharp eye on the ball resulting in walks.

Eighth grader Emma O’Keefe executed two outs in the first two innings of the game. Trotter Pitcher Blood struck out four Lions and Wagoner struck out two.

For Senior Night the Trotters will be hosting a game this Thursday against Troy at 3 p.m and Loyola at 5 p.m.

The competitors and time for Tuesday's play-in game will be announced after this week's games.