Colbert Heights typically has all the answers at home, but on Tuesday Deshler proved too difficult a challenge. They walked away with an 8-5 victory over the Wildcats. The Tigers haven't had any issues with the Wildcats recently, as the game was their sixth consecutive win against them.
Alivia Lewis was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed six innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 11 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with one RBI.
Havah Standridge
| 03/31/26 @ Colbert Heights | 3 |
| 03/25/26 vs McNairy Central | 0 |
| 03/25/26 vs Brewer | 1 |
| 03/24/26 vs Rogers Heritage | 1 |
| 03/24/26 vs Geneva | 1 |
| + 6 more games |
In other batting news, Havah Standridge was incredible, going 2-for-5 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last 11 matchups. Makayla Willingham was another key player, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with one run.
Deshler's record now sits at 19-4. As for Colbert Heights, their defeat ended an eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 17-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Deshler will host Brooks at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Lions have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.05 runs per game on average), something the Tigers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Colbert Heights, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Mars Hill Bible at 4:30 p.m. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 6.1 runs per game this season.
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