Softball gets closer

The Mercer Island girls softball team held a brief 4-0 lead against Bellevue on April 1 but lost 15-5. Above, Patti Chew crosses home plate for the Islanders. Top right, Kharis Goldman pitches for the Islanders against Bellevue. Right, Islander Carrie Williams makes contact against the Wolverines, finishing the game 2-4 with a double.