In a tough road matchup, the Blooming Prairie softball team fell to Maple River 8-2 on Saturday, despite a standout performance from Bella Schiller. Schiller went 2-for-4 at the plate, including a two-run homer that provided the lone bright spot for BP's offense. She also scored a run and drove in both of her team's RBIs, showcasing her power and consistency in the batter's box.

On the mound, Aubree Johnson took the loss after pitching 4 1/3 innings. She allowed 8 runs (3 earned) on 3 hits, but struggled with control, issuing 6 walks while striking out 3. Raylee Miner provided a spark in relief, tossing 1 2/3 scoreless innings and fanning 2 batters, giving BP a glimpse of solid depth for future games.

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