Softball Recap: South Johnston Snaps 13-Game Streak of Wins at Home

South Johnston dropped their record down to 23-3 on Thursday, which also ended the team's 13-game streak of wins at home. They came up short against the Scotland Fighting Scots, falling 8-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Trojans have suffered since May 10, 2024.

As for Scotland, the victory was the 28th in a row for them, bringing their record up to 29-1. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.3 runs over those games.

For Scotland's part, Avery Stutts spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up 11 Ks. Stutts has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 12 consecutive appearances.

At the plate, Dawson Blue was incredible, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April. The team also got some help courtesy of Addison Ratley, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.

South Johnston does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Scotland, they will square off against Rockingham County at 2:00 p.m. on the 31st. The Cougars will roll in looking for their 26th straight victory, something the Fighting Scots surely won't give up without a fight.