Watervliet Public Schools

Watervliet Panthers softball hosted the Dowagiac Chieftains in a home doubleheader, dropping game one 11-8. The Panthers’ offense stayed productive, collecting nine hits on the night, but defensive miscues proved costly as two errors helped the Chieftains extend innings and capitalize on scoring opportunities. Ava Thomas led the Panthers at the plate with two singles and two RBI. Ava Trapp added a single and a double, while Kendle Kiefer tripled. Leila Liberto-Taylor also contributed with a triple, and Emma Kirksey chipped in a single and an RBI. Sienna Bulat added a base hit as well. Kirksey took the loss in the circle. Watervliet will look to clean things up defensively and bounce back in the nightcap.