Softball Recap: Caldwell Wins Going Away Against Rudder

Caldwell won the last time they faced Rudder and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Hornets blew past the Rangers 23-1. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Hornets.

Samone Clark and Brynn Morton were major factors no matter where they played. On the mound, Clark tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Morton tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. At bat, Clark went a perfect 3-for-3 with three doubles, four RBI, and one stolen base, while Morton went 2-for-3 with three runs, two doubles, and one RBI. That's the most doubles Clark has posted since back in February of 2025.

Jaelyn Gest

Runs (Career)

02/03/26 vs Rudder	4
02/28/25 vs Bartlett	3
02/27/25 vs Taylor	3
03/25/25 vs Navasota	2
03/18/25 @ Bellville	2

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jaelyn Gest, who went 1-for-3 with four stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Abigail Lopez was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.

Caldwell's victory bumped their record up to 2-0.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Caldwell will welcome Madisonville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Rudder, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Bryan at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.