Softball Recap: Hug Comes Up Short

Hawks

Previous 5 Games

04/21/26 vs Debbie Smith CTE Academy	9-27
04/18/26 vs Wooster	21-6
04/18/26 vs Wooster	21-6
04/17/26 @ Wooster	22-2
04/14/26 vs Debbie Smith CTE Academy	6-22

Hug dropped down to 3-12 on Tuesday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins. They lost 27-9 to the Debbie Smith CTE Academy Mavericks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mavericks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 22-6 last Tuesday.

As for Debbie Smith CTE Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-14. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

For Debbie Smith CTE Academy's part, Madison ReBell made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. ReBell has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four runs and two RBI.

In other batting news, Aubree Mendoza was incredible, firing off two home runs, eight RBI, and three runs while going 4-for-4. She has been hot, having also posted at least one stolen base the last six times she's played. Julissa Avila was another key player, going 4-for-5 with two stolen bases, five RBI, and three runs.

Looking ahead, Hug will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Sparks at 3:30 p.m. As for Debbie Smith CTE Academy, they will head out on the road to face off against Wooster at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.