News Summary
High school softball players in Jackson, Mississippi, have demonstrated impressive skills during last week’s games. The voting for the Player of the Week ends on March 30, with standout performances highlighted by record-breaking batting averages and remarkable plays. Players like Stokes, Sullivan, Craven, and Mitchell have made headlines with multiple hits, home runs, and game-winning contributions, solidifying their teams’ standings in the Clarion Ledger’s rankings. As the season progresses, the competition heats up, exciting fans with every game.
Mississippi High School Softball Players of the Week Shine with Impressive Performances
In the bustling city of Jackson, Mississippi, high school softball players have been taking center stage with their phenomenal skills on the field. As the voting for the Mississippi High School Softball Player of the Week wraps up on March 30 at 11:59 p.m., fans are eagerly celebrating exceptional performances from last week’s games.
Record-Breaking Moments
Player Stokes has been the talk of the town, batting an astounding .667 over three matches. With three singles, one double, one triple, and a remarkable home run, she also racked up two RBIs. Not stopping there, she scored five runs and even stole five bases! One of the highlights was her walk-off double that propelled her team to a thrilling 3-2 victory over Itawamba Agricultural. Her stellar accomplishments didn’t end there, as she hit a career milestone, tallying 136 hits and breaking a long-standing school record.
Dynamic Duo Dominates
Another standout player is Sullivan, who also impressed fans with six hits across three games, including two powerful home runs, two doubles, and five runs scored. With her two home runs marking her third multi-HR game this season, she certainly keeps the excitement alive for her fans.
Impressive Showings Continue
Craven made headlines for her outstanding performance against Thrasher, where she went four for five at the plate, securing one triple, one double, and four runs scored in an 18-10 win. Even during a tough loss to Jumpertown, she held her head high with one triple and a run scored.
Harlow, another shining star, contributed significantly with six hits, including one home run, one double, and a whopping four RBIs and seven runs over three games. It’s clear that the competition is heating up.
On another front, Mitchell has shown amazing consistency, going 11-for-13 in wins against Belmont, McNairy Central (TN), and Corinth. With six doubles, a home run, and an impressive 12 RBIs, she’s quickly becoming a player to watch this season.
Solid Contributions
The notable performances don’t stop there! Tungett produced four hits with a home run, three RBIs, and two runs scored while shining on the pitching mound as she pitched 10 innings with 13 strikeouts. Talk about a multi-talented player!
Kelley and Boleware have shown their prowess this week too, both nailing six hits each in their games, showcasing their talent with several RBIs. In addition, they maintained with a perfect fielding percentage impressively.
As the excitement continues, we must shout out to Woodard for finishing the week strong with eight hits in 13 at-bats, including a home run and three steals. Holmes made their mark with two doubles and three RBIs in a big 19-2 win over Biggersville, proving that teamwork indeed makes the dream work.
Future of Rankings
As the week progresses, Hernando proudly holds the number one spot in the Clarion Ledger’s Mississippi High School Softball Super 25 rankings, with George County climbing back to number two. Other teams like Sumrall and Petal are making their mark and have joined the top rankings as they head into the heart of the season.
This exciting season has already given fans plenty to cheer for, and as we move closer to the postseason, the anticipation grows for the amazing performances that lie ahead.
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Additional Resources
- Clarion Ledger: Super 25 Rankings
- Wikipedia: Mississippi
- Sports Illustrated: Player of the Week Voting
- Google Search: Mississippi High School Softball
- Hattiesburg American: First Super 25 Rankings
- Google Scholar: Mississippi High School Softball
- Clarion Ledger: Dandy Dozen 2025 Season
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Softball
- Clarion Ledger: March 17 Super 25 Rankings
- Google News: Mississippi High School Softball