By JIM LUTGENS
Editor/Publisher
The NRHEG softball team ran into a buzz saw in the opening round of the sub-section tournament.
More specifically, the Panthers ran into Kami Smesmo.
Smesmo threw a no-hitter against the Panthers last Tuesday and ended NRHEG’s season 7-0 at St. Peter.
“Hats off to St. Peter’s softball team,” said NRHEG coach Wendy Schultz. “They have a great senior pitcher who threw well.”
Smesmo struck out 15 and walked three while allowing no hits, improving her team’s record to 12-5.
NRHEG pitcher Jade Schultz gave up five earned runs on six hits. She struck out three and walked two.
The Panthers’ highlights were on the defensive side.
Sophomore outfielder Steph Root played well, throwing out a baserunner at home.
“I’m proud of the way the girls worked hard this season and never gave up,” said Coach Schultz. “We have many girls that are dedicated to the softball program and will be playing fast-pitch this summer on our 18U, 16U or 12U teams.”
The Panthers, 6-5 in the Gopher Conference, finished with an overall record of 10-9.
The Panthers graduate three seniors: Kacie Phillips, Kristina Cole and Shelby Mogenson.
