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Lincoln Softball Improves to 3-0 on Season
Blue Tigers defeat Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers 9-1 in Oasis Sports D2 Tournament
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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The Lincoln Blue Tigers softball team improved their record to 3-0 on the season after defeating the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers 9-1 in the Oasis Sports D2 Tournament on Friday. The Blue Tigers scored six runs in the bottom of the second inning to take control of the game, and added two more runs in the fourth to seal the victory.
Why it matters
This win keeps the Lincoln Blue Tigers undefeated to start the season and builds momentum as they continue play in the Oasis Sports D2 Tournament. The Blue Tigers are looking to build on their success from last season and make a deep postseason run.
The details
The Panthers opened the scoring in the first inning when Kennedy Matheis doubled to drive in Riley Cunningham. However, the Blue Tigers responded with a six-run second inning, highlighted by RBI singles from Hannah Heisler, Ann-Marie Simpson, and Faith Jaegers. Lincoln added two more runs in the fourth inning to make the final score 9-1. Jaedin Blankenship earned the win for the Blue Tigers, pitching four innings and allowing just one run.
- The game was played on Friday, February 28, 2026.
- The Blue Tigers scored six runs in the bottom of the second inning.
- The Blue Tigers added two more runs in the fourth inning.
The players
Kennedy Matheis
A player for the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers who doubled to drive in the first run of the game.
Riley Cunningham
A player for the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers who scored the first run of the game.
Hannah Heisler
A player for the Lincoln Blue Tigers who drove in a run with a single in the second inning.
Jaedin Blankenship
The winning pitcher for the Lincoln Blue Tigers, tossing four innings and allowing just one run.
Abrea Simmons
A relief pitcher for the Lincoln Blue Tigers who tossed a perfect inning and struck out one batter.
What’s next
The Lincoln Blue Tigers will continue play in the Oasis Sports D2 Tournament on Saturday, February 29th. They will face Purdue Northwest at 10am and Parkside at 12:30pm.
The takeaway
The Lincoln Blue Tigers have started the season strong, improving to 3-0 after their dominant 9-1 win over Kentucky Wesleyan. With a balanced offensive attack and solid pitching, the Blue Tigers are positioning themselves as a team to watch in the Oasis Sports D2 Tournament.
