Softball Game Preview: Ouachita Parish Lions vs. Monticello Billies

Lions

Runs

03/13/25 vs Alexandria	3
03/11/25 @ Neville	13
03/08/25 vs Catholic - N.I.	17
03/07/25 vs Haughton	11
03/07/25 vs Holy Savior Menard	11
+ 9 more games

The Ouachita Parish Lions will face off against the Monticello Billies at 3:00 p.m. on Friday. Ouachita Parish is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.6 runs per game this season.

On Thursday, Ouachita Parish came up short against Alexandria and fell 6-3.

Chesni Ashley spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up six Ks.

At the plate, Malayah Vaughn was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one triple and one RBI. Rheagan Montgomery was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base.

Meanwhile, Monticello also suffered a loss in their last game, falling to Baptist Prep by a score of 11-6. The Billies have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Macey Stell made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two RBI. Another player making a difference was Bliss Becker, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.

Ouachita Parish's defeat dropped their record down to 9-5. As for Monticello, their loss dropped their record down to 2-2.

Friday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Ouachita Parish hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .352. However, it's not like Monticello struggles in that department as they've averaged .432. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.