Lancaster softball falls short in Division I state championship

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 1:12 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Lancaster softball falls short in Division I state championship
Summary

Lancaster softball lost 7-5 to Hilliard Bradley in the Division I state championship on June 4 at Akron's Firestone Stadium. The Gales trailed 4-0 before scoring five runs in the third inning to take a brief lead. However, the Jaguars tied the game in the fourth and scored two runs in the seventh to secure victory. This ending capped a historic season for Lancaster (24-8), which reached the state tournament for the second consecutive year and defeated the top-ranked team in the semifinals. Coach Allie Kinniard praised her senior class for their accomplishments and the legacy they leave behind.

Source Links
By the Numbers
  • Lancaster finishes season 24-8 after state runner-up finish
  • The Gales scored five runs in the third inning
  • Lancaster had a 19-game winning streak broken by this loss
  • Bradley scored the winning runs in the seventh inning
  • Kinniard highlights legacy of her senior players
Latest Updates
  • 1:12 AMYahoo SportsLancaster softball falls just short in state championship game
What they're saying
"

Lancaster softball fell 7-5 to Hilliard Bradley in the state championship, ending a historic season for the Gales.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days