Williams’ no-hitter keeps Knox County 11U All-Stars in the mix of things in state tourney play

CRESTWOOD — Scarlett Williams tossed a no-hitter Tuesday, leading Knox County to a 7-1 victory over Morehead in the third round of the loser’s bracket at the 11U Softball All-Star State Tournament at Peggy Baker Field.
Williams was dominant in the pitcher’s circle, not allowing a hit while surrendering just one unearned run. She kept Morehead off balance throughout the game as Knox County continued its march through the consolation bracket.
Knox County wasted little time taking control, scoring once in the first inning before adding five runs in the second inning to build a commanding 6-0 lead.
Knox County finished with six hits.
Sophie Caldwell led the offense with two hits and an RBI, while Williams doubled and scored twice. Addy Evans, Allie Foltin and Charli Beth Mills each added a hit, with Foltin driving in two runs. Abby Kate Corey, Peyton Townsley and Anslee Jones also recorded an RBI apiece.
The defense backed Williams with solid play despite committing two errors, holding Morehead without a hit the entire contest.
With the victory, Knox County advances to the loser’s bracket finals, where it will return to Peggy Baker Field on Wednesday at 2 p.m.
The 11U Knox County All-Stars include Scarlett Williams, Sophie Caldwell, Lillian Storms, Peyton Townsley, Wynter Smith, Anslee Jones, Charli Beth Mills, Addy Evans, Layla Fultz, Abby Kate Corey, Sophia Deaton and Allie Foltin.