Howard Tech couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell victim to a rough 19-3 loss at the hands of the Ooltewah Owls on Thursday. The defeat means Howard Tech is still on the hunt for the season's first 'W'.
For Ooltewah's part, Courtney Hughes made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Hughes was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Brooklyn Smith was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-1. Emma Clark was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Howard Tech didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next match, a 16-1 loss vs. Chattanooga Central on the 18th. Ooltewah has also already played their next game, a 5-1 win against Sale Creek on the 18th.
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