Softball Recap: Fairview Find Success

While Fairview's victory against Sycamore wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Yellowjackets' pitcher stepped up to hand the War Eagles a 2-0 shutout on Tuesday. The win continues a trend for the Yellowjackets in their matchups with the War Eagles: they've now won six in a row.

Maddie McGowan

Base on Balls Against

04/29/25 @ Sycamore	0
04/17/25 @ Montgomery Central	2
04/14/25 vs Harpeth	1
04/04/25 @ Lebanon	1

The result came thanks to Maddie McGowan's shutout, as she gave up just five hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.

At the plate, Fairview saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kylie Ellison, who went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and one run. Grace Fox was another, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.

Fairview's victory bumped their record up to 7-11. As for Sycamore, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last ten contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-17 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Fairview will take on Waverly Central at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Sycamore, they will face off against Cheatham County Central at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Cubs' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the War Eagles' hitters will have their work cut out for them.