Softball Recap: Harrison Central Comes Up Short

By Team Reports May 15, 2026, 12:21am

Softball Recap: Harrison Central Huskies vs. Martins Ferry Purple Riders

Huskies

Previous 5 Games

05/14/26 @ Martins Ferry3-15
05/12/26 vs Morgan5-2
04/30/26 vs St. Clairsville10-0
04/24/26 @ Oak Glen4-0
04/23/26 @ Edison2-6

Harrison Central was the 12-6 winner over Martins Ferry when they last played one another back in April of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Huskies lost 15-3 to the Purple Riders on Thursday. The Huskies' loss signaled the end of their three-game winning streak.

Harrison Central's defeat dropped their record down to 16-9. As for Martins Ferry, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 23-3.

Looking ahead, Harrison Central will face off against Claymont at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Huskies' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mustangs have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season. As for Martins Ferry, they will challenge Buckeye Local at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.

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