Lakeview Bulldogs rally for walk-off win in Myrtle Beach

Mackenzie Stowe's game-winning hit caps marathon day for softball team

Apr. 2, 2026 at 5:19pm

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The Lakeview Bulldogs softball team completed a perfect Thursday sweep at a tournament in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, capping the day with a thrilling 6-5 walk-off victory over James Madison (VA) in eight innings. Mackenzie Stowe delivered the game-winning hit, while pitcher Isabella Isenberg went the distance after earlier throwing four innings of relief in the morning game.

Why it matters

The Bulldogs' resilience and ability to win close games in extra innings demonstrates their competitiveness and mental toughness, which will serve them well as they continue their season and pursue a championship.

The details

With the game tied 5-5 in the bottom of the eighth inning, Mackenzie Stowe stepped up and delivered the game-winning hit to send the Bulldogs onto the field in celebration. Earlier in the day, Stowe had recorded an inside-the-park home run against Winfield. Pitcher Isabella Isenberg was the star of the game, returning to the circle after pitching four innings of relief in the morning opener and going the distance, striking out four batters. Rylee Barnot led the Bulldogs' offense with a three-hit performance, while Ava Neilan and Stowe each contributed triples.

  • The Bulldogs completed their Thursday sweep in Myrtle Beach on April 2, 2026.
  • Isenberg pitched four innings of relief in the morning opener before returning to throw all eight innings against James Madison.

The players

Mackenzie Stowe

A Lakeview Bulldogs player who delivered the game-winning hit in the bottom of the eighth inning and earlier hit an inside-the-park home run.

Isabella Isenberg

The Lakeview Bulldogs pitcher who went the distance, throwing all eight innings against James Madison after earlier pitching four innings of relief in the morning game.

Rylee Barnot

A Lakeview Bulldogs player who sparked the offense with a three-hit performance.

Ava Neilan

A Lakeview Bulldogs player who contributed a triple.

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The takeaway

The Lakeview Bulldogs' ability to rally for a thrilling walk-off victory after a marathon day of play showcases their resilience, competitiveness, and mental toughness, which will serve them well as they continue their season and pursue a championship.