It has been well-documented that 2023 is a rebuilding year for the Paris softball program. Returning just two starters from last year’s team, the Lady Eagles are playing many young and inexperienced players this year. And on Monday, Paris went on the road to play a very talented and experience Lady Bearcats team.
In just three innings of a run-rule shortened game, Booneville defeated Paris, 15-0. The Lady Bearcats were led by their potential All-State junior pitcher, Lexi Franklin. Franklin did not allow a hit or a run scored in the three inning game. She did, however, allow a few walks that gave Paris the opportunity to score with runners aboard. Paris unofficially left five runners on base and were unable to get the timely hits to take advantage of Franklin’s walks. The Lady Eagles stranded runners with the bases loaded, as well as two other runners in different innings.
The Lady Bearcats had seven hits in the shortened game, and ran seemingly at will against the Paris defense. All in all, it was a tough day for the young Lady Eagles.
Paris will travel to Charleston on Tuesday for another conference game starting at 4:30 p.m. The Lady Bearcats will host Danville on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.
