The Royall Panther softball teams comeback effort came up just short in an 11-9 loss to Riverdale at Copeland Park in La Crosse Friday evening. Royall had the tying runs on base in the top of the 7th but were caught trying to steal 2nd base to end the game.  Bria Gruen went 3×4 with a pair of RBI’s in the loss for Royall while Kayla Rick went 2×4 with an RBI.  Royall had fallen behind 11-4 before attempting to mount the comeback.  Lilly Barr and Leah Hinkle each had a pair of hits for the Chieftains. Royall drops to 3-2 on their season while Riverdale improves to 4-2.