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The high school softball scene in the Houma-Thibodaux area is filled with energy as district play starts this week. With thrilling match-ups scheduled every day, fans are preparing for an action-packed experience. On Thursday, all 13 local teams will play, including notable rivalries such as E.D. White vs. Vandebilt Catholic. Additionally, the Airline Lady Vikings and Parkway Lady Panthers achieved significant victories in their season openers, adding to the excitement for the upcoming games.

District Play Heats Up in Houma-Thibodaux Area

Exciting times are here for high school softball fans in Louisiana! As the district play kicks off, the Houma-Thibodaux area is buzzing with energy as teams gear up for competition. This week, every day from Monday to Saturday is packed with action, featuring thrilling match-ups that promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

A Week Packed with Rivalries

This week is special as there will be a series of seven compelling games among local teams, and on Thursday, for the first time this season, all 13 local teams will hit the field. Mark your calendars because this is the moment every die-hard softball fan has been waiting for!

Fans of rivalry match-ups will have plenty to cheer for on Thursday. Notably, E.D. White will face off against Vandebilt Catholic, and H.L. Bourgeois will go head-to-head with Terrebonne. In addition to these, there are plenty of fixtures that will heighten the competitive spirit:

  • 5 p.m.: St. James vs. Lutcher
  • 4:30 p.m.: Plaquemine vs. Thibodaux
  • 3:30 p.m.: Lutcher vs. A.J. Ellender
  • 6 p.m.: Morgan City vs. Assumption
  • 6 p.m.: Central Lafourche vs. Hahnville
  • 6 p.m.: Covenant Christian vs. Patrick Taylor Science/Tech
  • 4 p.m.: E.D. White vs. South Terrebonne
  • 4:30 p.m.: H.L. Bourgeois vs. Destrehan
  • 4:30 p.m.: Highland Baptist vs. Houma Christian
  • 5 p.m.: Central Catholic vs. St. James
  • 4 p.m.: South Lafourche vs. Vandebilt Catholic
  • 4 p.m.: East St. John vs. Thibodaux
  • 4 p.m.: A.J. Ellender vs. Louise McGehee
  • 4 p.m.: Central Catholic vs. Vandebilt Catholic
  • 3:30 p.m.: Morgan City vs. A.J. Ellender
  • 5:30 p.m.: Assumption vs. South Lafourche
  • 5 p.m.: Thibodaux vs. Central Lafourche
  • 3:30 p.m.: Hanson Memorial vs. Covenant Christian

The excitement doesn’t stop there! Over in college softball, the UL Ragin’ Cajuns recently faced off against the No. 24 Mississippi State, unfortunately ending in a 14-1 defeat. But hope is not lost as they look forward to their next matches against Iowa and No. 21 Alabama this Friday and Saturday.

Airline and Parkway Make Their Mark

The Airline Lady Vikings are kicking off their season in style with a fabulous victory over Northwood, winning 12-2. Not to be outdone, the Parkway Lady Panthers put on a show against North Caddo, winning convincingly with a score of 15-5!

In the spotlight for Airline, Ryan Hutchinson hit an impressive 2-for-3 with two triples and two RBIs, while teammate Lindsey Marcinkus matched that performance, also going 2-for-3 and securing two doubles and two RBIs of her own. Pitcher Tanesciya Thomas was a standout, allowing just five hits while striking out seven batters over five innings.

Over at Parkway, the action was intense as well. Madison Menard and Katie Giovengo shined with three hits each, with Menard getting two doubles in the process. Mikayla West displayed her pitching prowess by striking out nine batters in five innings and contributing significantly to the offense with two hits and four RBIs.

As the week progresses, both Airline and Parkway have exciting matches lined up. Airline will be taking on North DeSoto, while Parkway is gearing up to host Northwood on Thursday. Fans can keep track of all the stats and details on the teams’ GameChanger sites!

So grab your friends, wear your team colors, and get ready for a week of unforgettable high school softball action!

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