Softball Recap: Northside Wins Going Away Against Starr's Mill + How To Watch

Patriots

Margin (Wins)

09/09/25 vs Jonesboro	17
09/09/25 vs Jonesboro	17
09/06/25 vs King's Ridge Christian	13
09/23/25 @ Columbus	12
08/20/25 vs Newnan	12

Northside was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Starr's Mill on Tuesday. The Patriots put the hurt on the Panthers with a sharp 9-3 win. The Patriots might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won 12 contests by six runs or more this season.

Wetherly Ridley made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 18 consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one home run, two RBI, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in August of 2024.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Sidne Malone, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since September 6th. Another player making a difference was Kassidy Anderson, who went 2-for-5 with one home run and two runs.

Northside kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 16 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 11 hits in three consecutive matchups.

Northside has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That lines up perfectly with their 20-5 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.0 runs on average over those games. As for Starr's Mill, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 16-9.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Northside will face off against Veterans at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Starr's Mill, they will square off against Newnan at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cougars have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.