Lightel, Hollar named OAC Softball Pitcher and Hitter of the Week

By Caleb Scott

ADA — Seniors Kirsten Lightel (Tallmadge) and Jenna Hollar (Lima/Bath) swept the Ohio Athletic Conference Softball Player of the Week honors for their efforts last week during ONU's perfect 4-0 week.

The Polar Bears (15-3 overall) swept Hanover (Ind.) before sweeping Wooster to move to 4-0 last week.

Lightel had another spectacular week, winning her seventh and eighth games in the pitchers circle. Her eight wins are tied for the best mark in the OAC, while her 66 K's are also tied for first in the OAC.

The senior pitched two complete games last week and struck out 16 batters, while only allowing one run and posting a 0.50 ERA.

Hollar led the way offensively, recording eight hits and scoring three runs in four games for ONU. She also hit an impressive .571 at the plate and stole three bases.

Northern returns to action this afternoon as they host Capital in a twinbill at 3:30 p.m. at the ONU Softball Field.