Unaka, Tenn. – The North Greene Lady Huskies clinched a pivotal victory against the Cloudland Lady Highlanders, securing a 2-0 win in the District 1-A softball tournament. The Lady Huskies’ triumph propels them to the regional stage as they eagerly await the outcome of the Cloudland versus Unaka clash, North Greene will face the winner today (Friday) at 7pm at Unaka High School. The “if necessary” game will be played Saturday at 7pm at Unaka High School.
In a game characterized by stellar pitching and clutch hitting, Hailey Brooks emerged as the undeniable star for the Lady Huskies. Brooks dazzled on the mound, pitching a complete game shutout while striking out an impressive 13 Lady Highlanders along the way. However, Brooks didn’t just excel on the mound; she also made a significant impact with her bat, going a perfect 3 for 3 at the plate and driving in both of North Greene’s runs.
The Lady Huskies’ offense came alive in the critical third inning, where they manufactured all the runs they needed to secure the win. With Brooks dealing in the circle, North Greene capitalized on their opportunities, showcasing a balanced offensive effort.
Here’s a breakdown of the game’s box score:
Home – Thursday, May 9, 2024
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloudland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| North Greene | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | X | 2 | 4 | 2 |
Batting Highlights
North Greene:
- H Harmon (CF): 2 AB, 1 R, 1 H, 0 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO
- M Phillips (SS): 1 AB, 1 R, 0 H, 0 RBI, 2 BB, 1 SO
- H Brooks (P): 3 AB, 0 R, 3 H, 2 RBI, 0 BB, 0 SO
Pitching:
Cloudland:
- R Yurbyfill: 6.0 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 4 BB, 9 SO, 0 HR
North Greene:
- H Brooks: 7.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 0 BB, 13 SO, 0 HR
Winning Pitcher: Hailey Brooks (North Greene)
- Pitches-Strikes: 106-77
- Batters Faced: 25
Losing Pitcher: R Yurbyfill (Cloudland)
- Pitches-Strikes: 96-57
- Batters Faced: 26
