CHAMPAIGN, Ill.—April 17, 2026—The No. 16 Parkland College softball team earned a doubleheader sweep over John Wood Community College on Friday, taking Game One in a tight 7–6 battle before dominating Game Two, 10–0 in five innings. With the wins, the Cobras improve to 27–16 on the season.

Game 1: Parkland 7, John Wood 6

Parkland held off a late push from John Wood to secure a one-run victory in the opener.

The Cobras totaled 14 hits in the game, with Lainey Klokkenga leading the way with 3 hits and 2 runs scored. Nicole Sinks delivered a huge performance at the plate, going 3-for-4 with 4 RBIs, including 3 home runs. Lucy Fearday added 2 hits and an RBI, while Ellie Lowe also drove in a run.

In the circle, Fearday went the distance, striking out five over seven innings to earn the win.

Game 2: Parkland 10, John Wood 0 (5 innings)

Parkland followed with a dominant run-rule victory, exploding offensively while shutting down John Wood completely.

The Cobras scored 10 runs on 10 hits, highlighted by Kaitlyn Helms' 4 RBIs and Nicole Sinks' 2 home runs. Camille Wines added a strong performance with 2 hits and 2 RBIs, while Ava Simpson contributed an RBI in the win.

Lainey Klokkenga was outstanding in the circle, allowing just 1 hit and 1 run while striking out 5 across 5 innings.

With the sweep, Parkland continues its strong stretch of play, improving to 27–16 overall.

Up next, the Cobras will travel to Normal, Illinois to face Heartland Community College on April 19. First pitch is scheduled for 1:00 PM CST.