Softball Game Preview: Draughn Wildcats vs. Leadership Academy Falcons

The Draughn Wildcats will take on the Leadership Academy Falcons at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.

Draughn took a loss when they played away from home on Tuesday, but their home fans gave them all the motivation they needed on Friday. They blew past Mountain Heritage 12-2. The Wildcats might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matchups by six runs or more this season.

Avie Helton made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching six innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. Helton was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in March.

Lindsey Hensley

Hits (Career)

05/02/25 vs Mountain Heritage	5
04/29/25 @ Mountain Heritage	3
03/27/25 @ Mitchell	3
03/19/25 @ Watauga	3
03/11/25 vs Rosman	3

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lindsey Hensley, who went a perfect 5-for-5 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Those five hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Maria Medrano, who went 4-for-5 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.

Draughn always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .611. They are a perfect 8-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.

Meanwhile, Leadership Academy scored the most runs they've had this season on Thursday, but it wasn't enough. They came up short against Cornerstone Charter, falling 28-18. The Falcons just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.

Draughn's victory bumped their record up to 13-9. As for Leadership Academy, they now have a losing record of 7-8.