Cougars
| 02/17/26 @ Clarkdale | 13-3 |
| 02/14/26 vs Sebastopol | 5-2 |
| 02/13/26 vs Lewisburg | 4-3 |
Newton County came out on top against Clarkdale on Tuesday thanks in part to the team's impressive eight-run second inning. The Cougars were the clear victors by a 13-3 margin over the Bulldogs. The Cougars' victory was nothing new given the team hasn't lost yet this season.
Landry Brunson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits.
On the hitting side, Mary Preston Williams was a standout: she got on base in three of her six plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple. Williams is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Kolbie Wansley, who got on base in four of her six plate appearances with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Newton County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Clarkdale only managed four.
Newton County's win bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Clarkdale, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Newton County will venture away from home to square off against Enterprise at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Clarkdale, they will head out to take on Southeast Lauderdale at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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