Knights Fall to Andrew in High-Scoring Conference Tilt

The Lincoln-Way Central varsity softball team dropped a hard-fought battle to Andrew on Wednesday, falling 13-6 in a game characterized by big innings and offensive bursts for both sides.

Andrew took an early lead, but the Knights countered with an explosive four-run third inning to take command of the game momentarily. However, Andrew responded with a decisive six-run surge in the fourth frame to retake the lead for good, later adding insurance runs in the fifth and seventh to pull away.

Despite the loss, the Knights’ offense showed plenty of life, tallying 10 hits on the day. Bridget Barz provided a major highlight, crushing a home run and driving in three runs, while Carly Karales also connected for a home run of her own. Annelysia Reina turned in a strong performance as well, going 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI.

On the mound, the Knights used a combination of Madelyn Lanigan, Lauren Podkul, and Jenna Lee. Lee provided the most stability, tossing three scoreless innings in relief while striking out two.

Lincoln-Way Central, now 5-24 on the season, will look to build on their offensive output as they continue their conference schedule.

Game Summary

Score by Innings

Scoring Drives

1st Inning

• Andrew opens the scoring with one run.

2nd Inning

• Lincoln-Way Central scores one run.

3rd Inning

• Andrew adds one run; Lincoln-Way Central explodes for four runs to take the lead.

4th Inning

• Andrew retakes control with a massive six-run inning.

5th Inning

• Andrew adds two runs to extend their lead.

7th Inning

• Andrew adds three insurance runs; Lincoln-Way Central plates one final run.

Individual Statistics

PITCHING:

• Lauren Podkul (LWC): 3.1 IP, 7 H, 6 R (5 ER), 2 K, 1 BB

• Jenna Lee (LWC): 3 IP, 2 H, 3 R (0 ER), 2 K

• Madelyn Lanigan (LWC): 0.2 IP, 6 H, 4 R, 1 K

BATTING:

• Bridget Barz (LWC): 2-for-4, 1 HR, 3 RBI

• Annelysia Reina (LWC): 2-for-4, 1 2B, 1 RBI

• Carly Karales (LWC): 1-for-2, 1 HR, 1 RBI