Monday night saw the Lone Tree baseball and softball teams each pull off narrow victories over Danville, underscoring the competitiveness of both programs.
The baseball squad edged out Danville 12-11 in a back‑and‑forth affair that was decided by a clutch rally in the later innings. Kort Kemp led the offense with four hits, while Will Schweitzer added three hits and closed the game by pitching the final three frames, preserving the lead.
Softball Stunner in Extra Innings
The softball team matched that drama, winning 6-5 in extra innings after a tense battle that stretched the contest beyond regulation. Maggie Burke, Harper Kuboushek and Addison McCullough each collected three hits, fueling the offense, while pitcher Abby Zaruba threw all nine innings and struck out ten Danville batters, keeping the opposition at bay.
Both wins highlight the depth of talent on Lone Tree’s rosters and set a positive tone as the season progresses, with key contributors stepping up when it mattered most.