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MU Softball picks up win over Kansas City
The No. 25/23 University of Missouri softball team (16-6) picked up an 11-5 midweek victory over in-state foe Kansas City (5-14) Wednesday in its 2023 home opener at Mizzou Softball Stadium.
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The No. 25/23 University of Missouri softball team (16-6) picked up an 11-5 midweek victory over in-state foe Kansas City (5-14) Wednesday in its 2023 home opener at Mizzou Softball Stadium.
Freshman Cierra Harrison retired the first 12 batters she faced in the first home start of her collegiate career, punching out four in five innings of work to earn the win and improve to 5-0 in 2023. She allowed just one run on two hits with a walk.
After a 1-2-3 top half of the first, the Tiger bats got right to work in the bottom of the frame. Junior left fielder Chantice Phillips hit a three-run jack, the first in her career at Mizzou, to left center after the Tigers’ plate discipline put runners on the corner.
From there, junior shortstop Jenna Laird’s savvy baserunning and clutch hitting increased the Mizzou lead to 4-0. After drawing her second walk of the game, Laird went first to third on a single from sophomore second baseman Julia Crenshaw. During the next at bat, Crenshaw went for a delayed steal of second, allowing Laird to steal home.
In the fourth inning, Laird took first and advanced to second on a throwing error, before speeding 60 feet to third on a wild pitch. From there, all she needed was a ground ball from Crenshaw to cross the plate for the Tigers’ fifth run.
Laird drove in a pair of runs as well, bringing home two Tigers with a two-out single up the middle in the home half of the fifth.
Kansas City battled back with a late rally in the sixth inning, scoring four runs to draw the game within two. With the tying run on base, freshman Taylor Pannell stepped into the circle and punched out two Roos to prevent further damage.
The Tigers answered with four runs of their own to provide insurance in the bottom of the sixth. Phillips picked up her career-best fourth RBI of the game to bring home sophomore third baseman Kara Daly. Junior right fielder Payton Jackson then sliced a ball fair down the right field line and legged out an RBI triple to drive Phillips in. She scored not long after on a passed ball.
Pannell shut Kansas City down in her second inning of work, closing the door with a double play to secure Mizzou’s second-consecutive victory and earn the save.
The Lee’s Summit, Missouri, native, picked up her third career save, allowing just two hits with a trio of strikeouts.
NOTES
- Missouri improves to 54-1 all-time against Kansas City.
- Head coach Larissa Anderson is now 4-0 against the Roos in her career.
- By taking the victory in its home opener, the Tigers have won four-consecutive home openers dating back to 2020.
- Mizzou scored at least 10 runs for the eighth time this season. The Tigers’ record improved to 8-0 when scoring double-digit runs and 14-0 when plating at least six.
- For the sixth time this season, the Tigers recorded a double, triple and home run in the same game.
- Chantice Phillips, a Kansas City, Missouri, native, mashed the first home run of her collegiate career with her first-inning dinger. She also notched a career-high four RBI.
- Chantice Phillips and Payton Jackson each claimed their second multi-hit contest of the season, while Megan Moll recorded her first multi-hit game of the year.
- Jenna Laird’s steal of home marked her second run-scoring swipe of 2023, with her first coming against Fordham on Feb. 10.
- Jenna Laird stole two bases to mark her sixth multi-steal contest of the campaign.
- With Jenna Laird’s two-RBI single in the fifth, she extended her RBI streak to four games.
- Jenna Laird tied a career-high three walks while reaching base four times overall Wednesday.
- Julia Crenshaw delivered a pair of singles to extend her hitting streak to five games and her reached base streak to 12 games.
- With her two hits, Julia Crenshaw also notched her ninth multi-hit effort of 2023.
UP NEXT
The Tigers welcome No. 16/16 Kentucky for their SEC opening weekend March 10-12 at the Mizzou Softball Stadium. First pitch is 4 p.m., CT Friday and 1 p.m., CT Saturday and Sunday.
FOLLOW THE TIGERS
- For all the latest on Mizzou Softball, stay tuned to MUTigers.com and follow the team @MizzouSoftball (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook).
- Single game tickets are currently on sale. There are also limited reserved bleacher seats and berm season tickets still available. Tickets can be purchased online.
Lifestyle
DJ Koldbeer Drops Modern Music Remixes
Shawn Kober is an individual known for his passion for travel and exploration, particularly within the United States. With a keen interest in showcasing the hidden gems of Missouri, Shawn has leveraged his enthusiasm through his social media presence, notably on X under the handle @travelmissouri. His content focuses on promoting local attractions, cultural heritage, and lesser-known destinations, making travel accessible and appealing to a broad audience.
Recently, Shawn has stepped up his multimedia game by releasing a series of music mixes. These mixes blend ambient sounds of nature, cultural tunes from Missouri, and contemporary beats, creating a unique auditory experience that complements his visual storytelling. This new venture into music curation not only diversifies his content but also enhances the sensory journey for his followers, providing a soundtrack to the scenic landscapes he often explores and shares.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Shawn is involved in community initiatives aimed at preserving natural landscapes and historical sites in Missouri. He believes in the power of travel to educate and connect people, fostering a deeper appreciation for one’s surroundings.Professionally, Shawn has carved out a niche in digital content creation, blending his love for photography, storytelling, and travel into a career that informs and inspires others to explore. His work often highlights sustainable travel practices and the importance of understanding and respecting local cultures and environments.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Shawn is involved in community initiatives aimed at preserving natural landscapes and historical sites in Missouri. He believes in the power of travel to educate and connect people, fostering a deeper appreciation for one’s surroundings.
Shawn’s personal journey is one of continuous learning and adventure, always seeking new experiences to share with his followers, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones and discover the beauty in their own backyards. His bio is not just about travel; it’s about creating a narrative that connects people to places, history, and each other.
Lifestyle
Camdenton’s Transparency in Question: COVID Funds Spent on Video System, Meetings No Longer Broadcast
CAMDENTON, MO – In the small town of Camdenton, Missouri, a recent expenditure of federal COVID relief funds has sparked controversy and debate over local government transparency. The Camdenton City Council, aiming to enhance public access during the height of the global health crisis, invested in a video system to broadcast their meetings online. This move was initially seen as a step towards greater openness, allowing residents to engage with local governance without the risk of contracting the virus.
However, residents have recently noticed that these public meetings are no longer being streamed. Despite the significant investment in equipment designed to facilitate remote participation, the council has seemingly ceased using the system for broadcasting. This development has led to a wave of frustration among the community members who have come to rely on these virtual meetings for staying informed about local governance issues.
The equipment, which was purchased with funds intended to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis, was supposed to be a long-term solution for public engagement. The cessation of broadcasts has led to speculation and concern about how these funds are being managed and what the implications are for future public access to government proceedings.
Council members have yet to issue an official statement on why the broadcasts stopped, although there have been unverified reports of technical difficulties with the equipment. Some speculate that the decision might be tied to some bad publicly earlier in the year when the Camdenton Chamber raised some concerns with the city on a different topic.
The issue has caught the attention of local media, with some outlets like the Camden Citizen reporting on the matter. The broader conversation now includes calls for accountability, with residents demanding explanations and assurances that such investments will not be made in vain in the future.
This situation in Camdenton serves as a microcosm of the broader challenges many small towns face in balancing fiscal responsibility with public service during and after a global health crisis. As the town looks forward, the community hopes for a resolution that not only addresses the current lack of transparency but also ensures that future decisions reflect the needs and expectations of its citizens.
For now, Camdenton residents are left pondering the effectiveness of their local government’s use of federal funds and the ongoing commitment to open governance.
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