Softball Recap: Echols County Takes a Loss

Echols County had lost four straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 4-11 to make it five. They came up short against the Irwin County Indians, falling 15-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Indians this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 back in August.

As for Irwin County, the victory (which was their 14th in a row) raised their record to 16-2. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 11 matchups by eight runs or more this season.

For Irwin County's part, Brynlee Brown was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. That's the most doubles Brown has posted since back in September of 2024. Katie Alberson was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.

We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Echols County will square off against rival Brooks County at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Irwin County is set to face off against their familiar foe Clinch County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Indians 1.6, the Panthers 3.7) so any runs scored will be well earned.