Danville Softball Defeats Oakwood/Schlarman in Walkoff

Paisley Bean's late-game heroics lift Lady Vikings to 5-4 victory

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:27pm

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An abstract, cubist-style painting depicting a softball game in motion, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of color representing the players, field, and action.Danville's late-game heroics against Oakwood/Schlarman showcase the intensity and drama of high school softball.Danville Today

The Danville High School softball team defeated Oakwood/Schlarman Academy 5-4 on Tuesday at Clyde Osborn Field, with Paisley Bean delivering a walkoff single to win the game. Payton Beith led the Lady Vikings with three hits and two RBIs, while Ava Foster, Kealee Alyea, and Deana Linares also made key contributions to the victory.

Why it matters

This win continues Danville's strong start to the season and showcases the team's resilience and ability to come through in clutch situations. The Lady Vikings are looking to build on last year's success and make a deep playoff run.

The details

In the bottom of the seventh inning with the game tied 4-4, Paisley Bean stepped up to the plate and delivered the game-winning single to lift Danville to the victory. Payton Beith had a standout game at the plate, recording three hits and driving in two runs. Ava Foster, Kealee Alyea, and pitcher Deana Linares, who struck out five batters, also played key roles in the win.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, April 16, 2026.
  • The game-winning hit by Paisley Bean occurred in the bottom of the seventh inning.

The players

Paisley Bean

A player on the Danville High School softball team who hit the game-winning single in the bottom of the seventh inning.

Payton Beith

A player on the Danville High School softball team who had three hits and two RBIs in the game.

Ava Foster

A player on the Danville High School softball team who had two hits and an RBI in the game.

Kealee Alyea

A player on the Danville High School softball team who had two hits and an RBI in the game.

Deana Linares

The pitcher for the Danville High School softball team who struck out five batters in the game.

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What they’re saying

“We showed a lot of heart and determination to come back and win this game. The girls never gave up and kept battling until the end.”

— Danville Head Coach

What’s next

The Lady Vikings will look to build on this win as they continue their season, with their next game scheduled for Friday, April 19th against rival Oakwood High School.

The takeaway

Danville's softball team demonstrated their resilience and ability to win close games, which will serve them well as they aim to make a deep playoff run this season. The team's balanced offensive attack and strong pitching performance were key factors in this hard-fought victory.