Softball Recap: Webster County Puts Losing Streak Behind Them

After low-scoring totals in their previous five contests, Webster County brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They put the hurt on the Tates Creek Commodores with a sharp 16-3 victory on Saturday. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Trojans as it put an end to their five-game losing streak.

Chloe Papineau

Runs Batted In (Career)

04/12/25 @ Tates Creek	4
03/29/25 @ Larue County	3
03/22/25 vs Fort Campbell	3
04/01/25 vs Christian County	1
03/25/25 @ Union County	1

Chloe Papineau made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 2-for-4. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high.

In other batting news, Webster County got a massive performance out of Alyssa Cartwright, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI. Cartwright also put up a double, which was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Raynei Roy, who scored a run while going 4-for-4.

Webster County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .588. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Tates Creek only posted an OBP of .333.

Webster County's victory bumped their record up to 5-8. As for Tates Creek, their defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 3-11.

Looking ahead, Webster County will venture away from home to take on Lincoln County at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Patriots have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12 runs per game on average), something the Trojans will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Tates Creek, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Bourbon County at 8:30 p.m.