Kentucky Prep Softball East/West All-Star Series returns to South Warren

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – The 2022 KHSAA highschool softball season could also be within the books, however just a few stars are nonetheless soaking in a bit extra enjoyable within the solar.

Kentucky’s finest and brightest softball stars have been gathering at South Warren Excessive College since Friday to partake within the 2022 East/West All-Star Collection. A mixture of 4 video games occurred between respective groups of juniors and seniors from every half of the state.

Throughout a break earlier than recreation three on Saturday, All-State picks have been honored on the sector. A handful of 4th area stars acquired a number of recognitions.

Warren East pitching ace Emma Markham was named a 1st-team All-State choice, whereas her teammate Lydia Jones was named a 2nd-team choice. Greenwood’s Josi Morrison was additionally named a 2nd-team choice.

South Warren Spartans head coach Kelly Reynolds was honored along with her second-straight 4th Area Coach of the 12 months honor, sharing it with Russellville’s Ryan Davenport (who wasn’t current). Greenwood’s Kayden Murray was honored as regional Participant of the 12 months, however she was absent as effectively.

“You realize, we did we spend quite a lot of hours prepping within the season. You realize, it’s type of like, when the season ends, we don’t actually take a break. It’s type of like planning for the following yr and getting issues prepared for what it’s gonna be like for subsequent yr,” Reynolds stated.

Two video games resume again on Sunday. Morrison, Markham and South Warren seniors Carrie Enlow, Caroline Pitcock and Elly Bennett will swimsuit up for the West Seniors. Spartans junior Katie Walker and Russellville catcher Jaylah Kees will swimsuit up for the West Juniors as effectively.

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