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Baseball & Softball

Peter Dyar '20 waits for the ball to be hit.

GALLERY: JV White Baseball Drops to Anderson 0-1

Kate Connors, Social Media Director March 22, 2017

Coach Tiffany Gates high fives center fielder Haily Lozano '19. Photo courtesy of Alex Reece.

Varsity Softball Misses Out Against Round Rock

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter March 19, 2017

In their final game of the week, the varsity softball team fell 0-10 to Round Rock High School on Tuesday, March 14. Despite failing to produce runs, the Lady Warriors maintained a great defense...

Stony Point High School introduces the Lady Warriors before the start of the game. Photo courtesy of Alex Reece.

Varsity Softball Drops to Stony Point 1-9

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter March 19, 2017

Following the JV team’s 7-9 loss, the varsity softball team suffered a 1-9 game against the Stony Point Tigers on Monday, March 13. The night started with Jena Hawks ‘17 up at bat. Despite Hawks...

In an attempt to get back to 3rd base safely, Lizzie Taylor '18 makes a quick pivot turn and runs away from the live ball.

Varsity Softball Narrowly Defeats McNeil 7-6

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter March 15, 2017

The varsity softball team stepped out on the field on Friday, March 10 in a victorious 7-6 game. In honor of Future Warriors night, young girls were welcomed onto the field and recognized by the team...

Charese Wyatt '17 strikes the ball and sends her team members home.

Varsity Softball Dominates Florence 13-7

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter March 9, 2017

With high spirits and a district championship in mind, the Lady Warriors came up against Florence High School on Friday, March 1 with a big win of 13-7. The Buffaloes had a 0-2 advantage in the...

Nolan Tenpas '17 waits for the pitch.

Varsity Baseball Team Finds Success in Tournament

Kate Connors, Social Media Director March 2, 2017

The varsity baseball team competed in a tournament that took place Feb. 23-25 on their home field. The Warriors played in six games total during the tournament. The tournament gave the team an opportunity...

Charese Wyatt '18 swings away.

Varsity Softball Team Kicks Off Season With 11-3 Win

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter February 17, 2017

Long hours of field practice, followed by hang-cleans and bench presses in the weight room, have led up to the Lady Warriors’ determination in pursuing a district championship. In their first scrimmage...

Student Resource Officer Jim Williby swings for the fences.

Softball Team Holds Annual Home Run Derby

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter January 27, 2017

The softball team’s annual Home Run Derby took place Saturday, Jan. 27. The Lady Warriors welcomed parents, students, and young children to step out on the field and hit as many home runs as possible. Both...

Home Run Derby Offers Food, Music, Softball

Home Run Derby Offers Food, Music, Softball

Presley Glotfelty, Women’s Sports Editor January 19, 2017

The Lady Warrior softball team will hold a barbecue lunch plate sale and Home Run Derby this Saturday. According to varsity player Adrianna Madison '18, participants are divided into age groups and...

UPDATE: Softball to Host 10th Annual Golf Tournament

UPDATE: Softball to Host 10th Annual Golf Tournament

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter September 28, 2016

Nov. 3 UPDATE: The golf tournament has been cancelled due to lack of participation. The softball team is gathering golf teams, sponsorships, and donated items for this year’s golf tournament commencing...

Girls' Softball Holds Fundraiser

Girls’ Softball Holds Fundraiser

Nicolle Duvall, Reporter September 8, 2016

The girls’ softball team is participating in a new fundraiser this week. Coupon cards, similar to those sold in football, can be purchased from any member of the team. “The goal of the fundraiser...

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