District Nine Softball World Series outcome

The District Nine softball team, representing Cape Coral and Fort Myers, tournament run ended Sunday without a championship at the Senior League Softball World Series, but it was an unforgettable journey and an incredible experience.

Hard to ask for a better start to Saturday’s game than Melanie Moreno’s first-inning two-run homer. However, District Nine’s 2-0 lead didn’t last long.

Southwest cut the lead in half with a sacrifice fly. Then, Miah Corona slapped the ball to left field. The left fielder tries to throw out a runner headed for third base, but the throw goes wide. Seizing the opportunity, the runner rounds third base and sprints home, tying the game 2-2. The next batter ripped a triple giving Southwest a 3-2 lead.

It didn’t get any better for District Nine, losing to Southwest, 9-2. Since District Nine lost, all that remained was one last game to determine if they could win third place. District Nine will face Latin America for their chance to end the tournament with a win.

Submit