This date in history: Eastern softball goes from uncertainty to share of division title

May 18, 2017: There was some uncertainty surrounding Bristol Eastern softball entering the season.

There were four freshmen starters, and there was a key player who was injured. Once the Lancers began to realize their potential, things fell into place. When Eastern knocked off Newington, 3-0, at home on May 18, it clinched a share of the CCC South Division title. Strong pitching and small ball helped the Lancers claim that victory.

Here is my story from that game.

Here are my photos from that game.