It may have taken nine innings to finish the job, but Hoke County ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Pine Forest Trojans by a score of 14-10. The victory continues a trend for the Bucks in their matchups with the Trojans: they've now won three in a row.
Niya Jones
| 03/31/26 @ Pine Forest | 16 |
| 03/27/26 vs Overhills | 10 |
| 03/25/26 @ Scotland | 6 |
| 03/24/26 @ Overhills | 12 |
| 03/19/26 vs Red Springs | 8 |
| + 7 more games |
Niya Jones spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and six unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up 16 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Hoke County let McKenzie Freeman and Victoria Brock run wild. Freeman went 4-for-5 with three runs, two RBI, and one double, while Brock went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most hits Freeman has posted since back in April of 2025. Shaniya Mclean was another key player, going 2-for-5 with two stolen bases and two runs.
Hoke County's record is now 10-2. As for Pine Forest, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season.
Hoke County has already played their next matchup, a 4-2 win against Purnell Swett on the 1st. Hopefully Pine Forest paid attention to the Bucks' game: the next time they hit the field , they'll take on the Bucks at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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