Southridge Skyhawks Softball 4-4 Lakeridge

Both teams had chances to claim victory, but Southridge and Lakeridge settled for a 4-4 deadlock in Tuesday's non-league softball opener at Southridge High School. The Skyhawks entered the bottom of the seventh trailing before mounting a comeback to salvage the tie against their Metro opponents. With neither team able to break through in extra innings, the game was called due to darkness. Southridge showed resilience in their first contest of the spring, demonstrating the type of fight that could serve them well throughout the season. The tie gives the Skyhawks their first point in the standings while avoiding an opening-day loss. Both pitching staffs settled in after early scoring, keeping runners off the basepaths during the middle innings before late-game drama ensued. The Skyhawks will look to build on the positive momentum from their comeback effort as they prepare for their next challenge. Southridge opens the season at 0-0-1 and will aim to capture their first win when they return to action later this week.