James Wood softball edges Liberty for fifth victory

WINCHESTER — James Wood defeated Liberty 7-6 on Thursday in a Class 4 Northwestern District softball game at James Wood High School.

The Colonels are 5-2 overall and 5-1 in the district.

James Wood leaders: Syd Orndorff 3-4, double; Olivia Miller 2-4, 2 RBIs, Ellie Johnson 2-2, 2 RBIs. Sadie Kittoe 2-4, triple; Izzy Mckee 1-2, 2 walks, RBI; Cadence Rieg 1-2, 1 walk, 2 runs, 2.2 innings, 2 strikeouts in relief; Caity Shutts 1-3, double, 1 walk; Jenna Burkhamer 4.1 innings, 5 strikeouts as the starter.