Defiance Softball Sweeps Doubleheader with Run Rule Wins

Bulldogs combine for 36 hits in two games, led by standout performances from Viviana King-Mayeku and Addison Miller.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:35pm

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The Defiance High School softball team bounced back from a Friday night loss with a dominant doubleheader sweep on Saturday, defeating Columbus Grove 26-3 and Bowling Green 11-1. Viviana King-Mayeku and Addison Miller led the offensive charge for the Bulldogs, combining for 10 hits, 10 RBIs, and 10 runs scored across the two games.

Why it matters

The Bulldogs' resounding victories over conference opponents Columbus Grove and Bowling Green demonstrate the team's ability to rebound from a tough loss and showcase their offensive firepower. The doubleheader sweep puts Defiance in a strong position within the Western Buckeye League standings.

The details

In the first game, Defiance pounded out 21 hits, including home runs from King-Mayeku and Storie Krebs, to cruise to a 26-3 win over Columbus Grove. King-Mayeku went 5-for-7 with two homers, a double, seven RBIs, and five runs scored. Addison Miller also had a big day, going 5-for-7 with two doubles, six RBIs, and five runs. In the second game, the Bulldogs continued their offensive onslaught, winning 11-1 over Bowling Green. King-Mayeku and Miller again led the way, with King-Mayeku hitting another home run and Miller picking up the win in the circle, allowing just one unearned run on two hits.

  • The doubleheader sweep took place on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • Defiance had lost to an unspecified opponent on the previous Friday night to open their Western Buckeye League schedule.

The players

Viviana King-Mayeku

A standout player for the Defiance Bulldogs, going a combined 5-for-7 with two home runs, a double, seven RBIs, and five runs scored in the doubleheader.

Addison Miller

Defiance's starting pitcher in the second game, allowing just one unearned run on two hits. She also had a big day at the plate, going 5-for-7 with two doubles, six RBIs, and five runs.

Storie Krebs

Defiance player who hit a triple and three singles, driving in two runs and scoring three times in the first game against Columbus Grove.

Natalie Ordway

Defiance's starting pitcher in the first game, earning the win by allowing three earned runs on four hits with eight strikeouts and three walks over five innings.

Dakota Dunn

The losing pitcher for Columbus Grove, allowing 12 hits and 14 runs (11 earned) over four innings.

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What’s next

Defiance will look to continue their momentum as they continue their Western Buckeye League schedule.

The takeaway

Defiance's dominant doubleheader sweep, led by standout offensive performances, demonstrates the team's ability to bounce back from a tough loss and position themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the Western Buckeye League.