Knox County Eliminates Hazard-Perry, Remains Alive In 12U Softball Tournament

CORBIN — Knox County kept its season alive Monday with a strong all-around effort.

Behind an 11-hit attack and a combined 12 strikeouts in the pitcher’s circle, Knox County defeated Hazard-Perry 8-2 in the Loser’s Bracket Second Round of the 12U Softball All-Star Tournament at Corbin Little League.

Knox County struck for three runs in the first inning and added five more in the third inning to build an 8-1 advantage. Hazard-Perry managed single runs in the first and fourth innings, but never got closer.

Maci Alsip led the offense with two hits, including a home run and a double while driving in two runs. Campbell Cain added two hits and an RBI, and Croley Cain collected two hits and drove in a run.

Baylee Jones finished with two hits and an RBI while Ava Lawson doubled and drove in a run. Tanaya Hughes doubled and scored a run, and Isabella Abner added a hit and an RBI.

Makenna Messer earned the victory in the pitcher’s circle, allowing two runs on three hits over five innings while striking out nine. Croley Cain worked the final inning and struck out all three batters she faced.

Representing Knox County on the 12U All-Star team are Bella Abner, Baylee Jones, Maci Alsip, Makenna Messer, Tanaya Hughes, Jesslyn Messer, Maggie Collett, Killion Hill, Campbell Cain, Croley Cain, Savannah Scalf, Sophia Brown and Ava Lawson.