Tuesday, June 14 Avon’s 18U Softball Team traveled to Menno for a doubleheader. In game one Avon got out to an early lead and held Menno down the stretch for a 6-3 victory. Avon was led at the plate by Katie Gretschmann who had 2 hits, hit by pitch twice, a stolen base, 2 runs scored, and a RBI. Other hitters for Avon included Sam Brodeen, Macy Voigt, Karlie DeVries, and Paityn Radack all with singles and Emma Yost added a double. Lydia Yost pitched a complete game for Avon, striking out 13 and walking 1 batter.

Avon 3 0 0 0 2 1 6

Menno 0 1 0 0 0 2 3

In game 2 both teams scored runs early and battled throughout a game that went to extra innings. In the end, Menno was able to put 2 runs across and Avon was not able to answer, falling 15-13. Emma Yost led the way for Avon batters with 3 hits including a double, triple, sacrifice fly, 3 runs scored, and 7 RBI. Gretschmann, Brodeen, and Lydia Yost all had a hit in the game. Pitching duties were split by Reece Loewe and Lydia Yost. Both teams left 7 runners on base, Avon committed 3 errors compared to 0 for Menno.

Menno 5 0 4 0 4 2 15

Avon 5 4 1 0 3 0 13

Avon is next in action at home on Wednesday, June 29 hosting Mitchell Aftershock. The game starts at 6pm.