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Monticello defeats Lady Jacks in Friday night softball

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MONTICELLO, Ark. – After a rainout on Thursday, the Lady Jacks made the short drive across the Saline River to take on the Lady Billies of Monticello.

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By David King

Saline River Chronicle Freelance Sports Contributor

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The Lady Billies defeated the Lady Jacks 9-2.

Monticello jumped out to an early lead and never relinquished.

For the Lady Jacks, Luci Woodard had a double and a single. Paige Byrd had two singles and a stolen base. Both Hannah and Heidi Taulbee each had a single. Anna Grace Bolland had two walks and a stolen base, as well as scored Warren’s first run. Alyssa Higgins had a walk and scored a run.

Alyssa Higgins went the distance on the mound. She struck out 7.

The Lady Jacks have 3 games next week, all on the road.

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Alyssa Higgins pitching for Warren at Monticello Friday.
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Zoey Tullos catching for Warren at Monticello.
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Raven Harris gets set in the infield for Warren during Friday’s game at Monticello.

Top photo: Warren Lady Jack Luci Woodard gets set defensively in Friday evening’s game at Monticello.

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