Back at the Noack Fields on Tuesday, the Knights doubled up the Northeast Raiders 25-12 to improve their district record to 2-1.
After the Raiders scored five runs in the top of the first on a combination of walks and two timely hits, the Knights responded with six first-inning runs of their own.
The Knights’ ace Abby Castillo settled into the game in the top of second, retiring the Raiders without allowing a run.
In the home half of the second, the Knights padded their lead, thanks to an outfield drive by freshman Grace Yemington on the second pitch that enabled her to circle the bases and score.
The Knights scored two more runs thanks to hits from sophomores Amaris Gonzales and Jordyn Berger.
With the bases loaded and “Swimming Pools (Drank)” by Kendrick Lamar blaring through the stadium speakers, senior Kayden Williams stepped up to the plate.
The Northeast pitcher swung her arm in a circle and let the ball fly. Bam. The sound of aluminum greeting leather was followed by the...