Softball Recap: Rocky Bayou Christian's Victory on Thursday Extends Winning Streak to Five

Knights

Previous 5 Games

04/03/25 @ Laurel Hill	15-10
04/01/25 vs L.E.A.D. Academy	19-3
03/28/25 vs Pensacola Catholic	12-9
03/27/25 @ Lighthouse Private Christian Academy	27-5
03/13/25 vs Laurel Hill	9-2

Rocky Bayou Christian had already won four in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 12 runs) and they went ahead and made it five on Thursday. They came out on top against the Laurel Hill Hoboes by a score of 15-10. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 9-2 back in March.

Audra Morgan was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and seven unearned) runs off nine hits. Those earned runs marked the first that she tossed this season. She was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ella Knox, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Ellie Olson, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.

Rocky Bayou Christian's record is now 8-3. As for Laurel Hill, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rocky Bayou Christian will square off against Rutherford at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Rams have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 13.18 runs per game on average), something the Knights will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Laurel Hill, they will face off against East Hill Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15.6 runs per game on average), something the Hoboes will no doubt try to take advantage of.