Softball Recap: University School of Jackson Triumphs

University School of Jackson won the last time they faced Jackson South Side and things went their way on Monday too. University School of Jackson walked away with a 9-5 victory over Jackson South Side.

Teagan Timberlake made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched 6.2 innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.

Emerson Fair

Hits (Career)

03/24/25 vs Jackson South Side	3
03/20/25 vs Fayette Academy	2
03/17/25 vs Chester County	2
03/22/25 vs Lexington	1
03/11/25 vs Gallatin	1

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Emerson Fair, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lauren Raines, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.

University School of Jackson was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .379. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .318 or higher in three consecutive contests.

University School of Jackson now has a winning record of 3-2-1. As for Jackson South Side, they are on a 16-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4.

Coming up, University School of Jackson will hit the road for the first time this season to take on Dyersburg at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Jackson South Side, they will welcome Crockett County at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Jackson South Side's pitchers better be ready for this one: Crockett County has averaged an impressive 8.6 runs per game this season.