Rockcastle County hands Knox County, 19-6, loss In 10U Softball Tournament Opener

LONDON — Knox County battled early, but Rockcastle County used a big second inning to pull away for a 19-6 victory in first-round action of the 10U Softball All-Star Tournament Friday at South Laurel Little League.

Knox County scored four runs in the opening inning and added two more in the third, but Rockcastle County answered with six runs in the first and exploded for nine more in the second to take control.

Paisley Hobbs led the Knox County at the plate, scoring twice while collecting a hit and driving in a run. She also doubled and reached base twice.

Mallorie Lowe added a hit, scored once and drove in a run while Alessa Webb scored a run and singled. Allie Miles also recorded a hit for Knox County.

Olivia Hinkle and Kiki Hearld each scored a run and drew a walk, while Harper Smith drove in a run. Mallory Messer crossed the plate once and reached base twice, and Mallory Mills added a walk.

Mallorie Lowe started in the pitcher’s circle for Knox County, pitching two innings while recording three strikeouts.

The 10U Knox County All-Stars feature Olivia Hinkle, Olivia Mills, Mallory Messer, Harper Smith, Mallorie Lowe, Paisley Hobbs, Kambree Gambrell, Kinsley Cecil, Maddie Messer, Kirionna Hearld, Ralyn Smith, Alessa Webb, Adalyn Napier and Allie Miles.