More softball moments from the Lady Gladiators 16-0 win over Avalon

Barry Byers Posted April 12, 2013 5:00pm Additional Images

Image: Centerfielder Kelsey Nelson(14), pitcher Jaclynn Lewis(15) and their Lady Gladiator teammates improve their district mark to an unbeaten 9-0 after disposing of Avalon 16-0 in just 2.5 innings. — Centerfielder Kelsey Nelson(14), pitcher Jaclynn Lewis(15) and their Lady Gladiator teammates improve their district mark to an unbeaten 9-0 after disposing of Avalon 16-0 in just 2.5 innings. (Barry Byers)

Italy — The Lady Gladiators win once again after a solid outing against the Avalon Lady Eagles on Tuesday. Italy improves their district mark to 9-0 behind another strong pitching performance from sophomore Jaclynn Lewis and an offensive attack that was merciless against the visiting Lady Eagles. Included are more images from the game despite Italy only needing two-half innings to get the win.

Go Lady Gladiators!

Freshman Britney Chambers(4) gets ready to take the field. (Barry Byers)

Bailey Eubank(1) warms up at second base. (Barry Byers)

Jaclynn Lewis(15) delivers lightning strikes against Avalon. (Barry Byers)

Shortstop Madison Washington(2) is intense even during warm ups. (Barry Byers)

Catcher Cam: Alyssa Richards(9) eyes pitcher Jaclynn Lewis(15) who covers a bunt and then throws to first base for the out. (Barry Byers)

Madison Washington(2) blasts off to second base. (Barry Byers)

Italy’s Madison Washington(2) reaches second but the Lady Eagles get the out at first base. (Barry Byers)

Here come the big guns, Alyssa Richards(9) and Jaclynn Lewis(15) strike fear in their opponents as they enter the batter’s box. (Barry Byers)

Alyssa Richards(9) manages her second triple against Avalon. (Barry Byers)

Jaclynn Lewis(15) is set to attack. (Barry Byers)

Italy’s Jaclynn Lewis(15) continues the barrage with another hit against Avalon. (Barry Byers)

Making it look easy and showing her athleticism while catching a strike is Alyssa Richards(9) as a few of her fans and family members looking on. (Barry Byers)

Jaclynn Lewis(15) enjoys another strong outing with Avalon playing victim in this one. (Barry Byers)

Hang on to your hats, the Lady Gladiators are 9-0 and show no signs of slowing down as head coach Wayne Rowe and sophomore Tara Wallis(5) try to wrap up an undefeated district title. (Barry Byers)

Morgan Cockerham(8) races to second base. (Barry Byers)

Katie Byers(13) reacts to a hit ball and hurries home for an Italy run. (Barry Byers)

Already one of the greatest Donkey Basketball players ever, Tara Wallis(5) is an “Arse Kicker” on the softball diamond as well. (Barry Byers)

Bailey Eubank(1) keeps a lose grip while waiting for the pitch. (Barry Byers)

Senior Morgan Cockerham(8) is relentless when it comes to getting on base. (Barry Byers)

A fierce competitor by nature, Alyssa Richards(9) displays good sportsmanship after the game. (Barry Byers)

Another win in the books for the Lady Gladiators! (Barry Byers)

Karley Nelson loves her big sister Kelsey Nelson(14) with all her heart, but she would never admit it. (Barry Byers)