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Softball Gets Defeated by Cumberland Valley

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Setsen Gunbileg, Staff Writer
April 23, 2025
State High players watch the opposing team’s fielding. “Live in the moment because softball doesn’t last forever,” said junior Paige Moriarta.
State High players watch the opposing team’s fielding. “Live in the moment because softball doesn’t last forever,” said junior Paige Moriarta.
Setsen Gunbileg

On April 11, the State High Softball team lost to Cumberland Valley 9-4, which let their record drop to 2-2. Senior Mara Jade McShea went 2-for-4 and senior Jessica Hawbaker went 1-for-4, both with one home run.

A softball player with a jersey number 14 runs to the base.
Senior pitcher Addison Harpster runs to second base. (Setsen Gunbileg)
Senior catcher Elizabeth Sikorski catches the ball. After the game, Sikorski shared about the lessons she has learned from her teammates. “Work hard and always be there for each other.” (Setsen Gunbileg)
Senior pitcher Addison Harpster prepares to pitch. (Setsen Gunbileg)
Senior first baseman Kennedy Stahl gets ready to defend while senior pitcher Addison Harpster throws the ball. (Setsen Gunbileg)
Senior pitcher Addison Harpster misses the ball.
(Setsen Gunbileg)
Senior third baseman Sydney Wells swings the bat to hit the ball. (Setsen Gunbileg)
Sophomore Sarah Mellott warms up for the first inning. (Setsen Gunbileg)
Senior fielder Mara Jade McShea observes the game. “I feel like we could’ve done a little bit better…Not just care about one person, but as a team,” McShea said.  (Setsen Gunbileg)
State High players watch the opposing team’s fielding. “Live in the moment because softball doesn’t last forever,” junior Paige Moriarta said.
(Setsen Gunbileg)

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