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The South Warren softball team achieved the top seed in the District 14 Tournament with a 14-2 victory over Greenwood at South Warren High School. The Spartans improved their record to 21-2 and maintained a perfect 5-0 in district play. Key players included McLaine Hudson and Hayden Holloway, both excelling offensively. Emme Goss shone on the mound, allowing only two runs. South Warren will compete in the Softball Catholic Classic against Henderson County and Tecumseh, while Greenwood looks to rebound in their next match against Bowling Green.
Bowling Green – The South Warren softball team secured the top seed in the District 14 Tournament following a commanding 14-2 victory over Greenwood on Thursday at South Warren High School. This win marked an important milestone for the Spartans, as they continue to showcase their athletic prowess on the field.
With this latest victory, South Warren boasts an impressive overall record of 21-2, including a perfect 5-0 record in District 14 play. The team has been consistently scoring in double-digit figures, achieving this feat for the eighth consecutive game. In the matchup against Greenwood, South Warren tallied 10 hits and managed to hit three home runs, demonstrating their offensive strength.
Among the standout players was McLaine Hudson, who had an extraordinary performance, hitting two home runs and driving in four runs (RBIs). Teammate Hayden Holloway also made a significant impact, contributing one home run and four RBIs. Additionally, Keegan Pruitt and Kinleigh Russell each added valuable contributions, with Pruitt having two hits and two RBIs while Russell provided two hits and two RBIs as well.
The pitching duties were handled by Emme Goss, who allowed only two runs and five hits while recording two strikeouts, showcasing her effectiveness on the mound. With the victory, South Warren now looks forward to competing in the Softball Catholic Classic at Jack C. Fisher Park in Owensboro, scheduled for Saturday. Their first opponents in this tournament will be Henderson County at 9 a.m., followed by a matchup against Tecumseh from Indiana at 10:30 a.m.
On the other side, Greenwood falls to a record of 23-7 overall and 3-2 in District 14 after this defeat. The team is set to face Bowling Green at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, desperate to regain momentum after their loss against South Warren. In a recent development, Bowling Green defeated Warren Central decisively with a score of 17-0, with Hadley Morrison pitching a one-hitter that included an impressive 13 strikeouts. JaNyah Perkins was another key player for Bowling Green, delivering four hits and driving in four RBIs in that game.
In additional District 14 action, Edmonson County edged out Franklin-Simpson in a thrilling matchup that ended 13-12. Julie Norris led Edmonson County with two hits and four RBIs, while Franklin-Simpson hit two home runs from Lilly Ferguson and Kloie Smith, each contributing three RBIs.
The South Warren softball team continues to climb in excellence, with several players committed to NCAA Division I programs, indicating a high level of talent within the squad. McLaine Hudson, who is committed to the University of Kentucky, is nearing a career hits record, firmly establishing herself as a leader on the team. South Warren has consistently reached the 4th Region finals each year since 2015 and is poised to pursue their third consecutive 4th Region title, with aspirations for their first-ever state championship.
As South Warren continues their campaign in the District 14 tournament and beyond, the excitement builds as fans anticipate how this talented team will perform in upcoming games, including their participation in the Softball Catholic Classic.
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