Softball Recap: Jackson City Puts Losing Streak Behind Them

Jackson City came into Saturday's match having lost six straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They put the hurt on the Cordia Lions with a sharp 21-1 win on Saturday. Considering the Tigers' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.

Natalie Napier was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Napier was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.

Shy-Ann Little

Hits (Career)

05/10/25 @ Cordia	4
03/27/25 @ Owsley County	3
04/24/25 @ Knott County Central	1
03/19/25 @ Lee County	1

In other batting news, Shy-Ann Little was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, seven RBI, and two runs. Those four hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Abigail Clemons, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.

Jackson City always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .765. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.

Jackson City's victory bumped their record up to 3-8. As for Cordia, they are on a 28-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-16.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jackson City will venture away from home to take on Lee County at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Cordia, they will head out to face off against Breathitt County at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.