Softball Recap: Naylor Drops Highest Score of Season Against Central

Naylor's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 17-8 margin over the Central Tigers. The Eagles' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

Faithlynn ?Gracie? Tillman

Runs

10/09/25 @ Central	5
10/07/25 vs Doniphan	1
10/06/25 @ East Carter	1

Faithlynn ?Gracie? Tillman was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and five unearned) runs off five hits. Tillman was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 5-for-5 with one home run, five runs, and three RBI. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 2.3 runs per game.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gracie Cullsion, who fired off two home runs, four runs, and four RBI while going 2-for-4. Tatum Futrell was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI and two runs.

Naylor kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 17 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.

With the win, Naylor broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-4. As for Central, they are on a seven-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-9.

Naylor does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Central, they will face off against St. Pius X at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Lancers will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last.