In the high school softball matchups over the weekend, Russell County defeated the Somerset Lady Briar Jumpers 9-3 on Friday, while the Pulaski County Lady Maroons secured a 10-3 victory over Casey Co. On Saturday, Pulaski County continued their winning streak with a close 6-5 win against West Jessamine, showcasing their dominance on the field.
In high school baseball action, Madison Central triumphed over Somerset with a score of 10-4 on Friday. However, Somerset bounced back on Saturday with an impressive 8-0 victory over Georges Rogers Clark. Despite their efforts, Somerset faced a tough defeat against Mercer Co., falling short with a score of 12-2 in just five innings. Meanwhile, Pulaski County emerged victorious in a high-scoring game against East Jessamine, clinching a 16-11 win.
Looking ahead to Monday, Somerset Lady Briar Jumpers are set to take on Pulaski County Lady Maroons in a highly anticipated softball matchup, with live coverage available on Somerset 106.1 FM & Somerset106.com.
In MLB action, the Cincinnati Reds had a successful weekend series against the Los Angeles Angels. On Friday, the Reds dominated with a 7-1 victory, fueled by Elly De La Cruz’s impressive performance, including a three-run homer. The momentum continued on Saturday, as Tyler Stephenson’s grand slam propelled the Reds to a 7-5 win. On Sunday, Cincinnati secured a shutout victory with a final score of 3-0 against the Angels.
In college baseball, the No. 2 Tennessee Volunteers emerged victorious over the No. 3 Kentucky Wildcats in a thrilling series finale at Kentucky Proud Park. Despite the Wildcats’ efforts, they fell short with a final score of 13-11. Christian Moore’s impressive display, including three home runs in Sunday’s game, highlighted the Wildcats’ resilience throughout the series.
On the basketball front, Drexel transfer Amari Williams has committed to the University of Kentucky Wildcats, bringing his talent and experience to the team. The 6’10 forward boasts impressive stats, averaging 12.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game during his time at Drexel. Additionally, in NASCAR news, Tyler Reddick secured a victory at the NASCAR Cup Series Race at Talladega Super Speedway, driving a car owned by basketball legend Michael Jordan, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.
