Hornets
| 04/18/25 vs Pelahatchie | 9 |
| 04/14/25 @ West Marion | 2 |
| 04/11/25 vs Enterprise | 6 |
| 04/10/25 vs Vicksburg | 5 |
| 04/04/25 @ Lawrence County | 11 |
| + 19 more games |
For the second straight game, Loyd Star will face off against Pelahatchie. The Hornets will look to defend their home field on Saturday against the Chiefs at 11:00 a.m. Loyd Star is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season.
Loyd Star is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They came out on top against Pelahatchie by a score of 9-4.
Layla Burt was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over eight innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 13 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Adi Holcomb was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That's the most runs she has posted since back in March. Kaylin Hester was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases and one run.
Loyd Star has been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 11 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-6 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.2 runs on average over those games. As for Pelahatchie, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-7 record this season.
Saturday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Loyd Star has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .443. However, it's not like Pelahatchie struggles in that department as they've averaged .546. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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