Puckett is still undefeated this season after their matchup against Pearl on Friday, but Pearl came as close as anyone has to beating them. The Wolves came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 5-4 W against the Pirates. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Wolves have posted since April 12, 2025.
Lila Murphy
| 02/27/26 vs Pearl | 15 |
| 02/24/26 @ Richland | 7 |
| 02/20/26 vs Raleigh | 2 |
| 02/19/26 vs Morton | 2 |
| 02/17/26 vs Florence | 11 |
| + 4 more games |
Lila Murphy was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out 15 over eight innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in May of 2025. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two doubles and one RBI. Those doubles were her first of the season.
In other batting news, Myla Vanderford was excellent, going 3-for-4 with one triple and one RBI. Anna Chamblee Goodwin also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Puckett's record now sits at 9-0. As for Pearl, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 6-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Puckett will challenge Mize at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Pearl, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Ridgeland at 6:30 p.m.
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