Northwest Rankin and Hernando (ranked 26th and 30th in the MaxPreps national rankings respectively) squared off in a high-profile game on Tuesday. The Northwest Rankin Cougars fell 5-2 to the Hernando Tigers. It was the first time this season that the Cougars let down their fans at home.
Northwest Rankin got a good showing from Bella Pierce, who kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over four innings pitched. What's more, Pierce gave up only zero hits, the fewest she's had since back in March of 2024.
On the hitting side, Brooke Smith was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Peyton Barham also deserves some recognition as she got her first hit of the season.
Even though they lost, Northwest Rankin hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hernando struck out eight times.
Northwest Rankin's defeat dropped their record down to 9-2. As for Hernando, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 12-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought as Northwest Rankin Cougars duke it out with Petal Panthers at 6:30 p.m. on March 18th. As for Hernando, they will welcome Southaven at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hernando is facing Southaven at the right time seeing as Southaven is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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