Photos by Melissa Stanley
The Jasper County Lady Eagles softball team placed fourth in the Class AA State Tournament on Saturday, September 28th. The Lady Eagles defeated Tremont with a final score of 8-7 on Friday to advance to the semi-finals on Saturday.
The Lady Eagles began the day Manteno and after seven innings, Manteno defeated the Lady Eagles with a final score of 7-0.
The Lady Eagles then faced Stanford Olympia in the third place game and were defeated with a final score of 2-5.
This brings the Lady Eagles’ season record to 26-3.
Congratulations to the Lady Eagles on an excellent season and a trip to the State Tournament. You have represented Jasper County well and will continue to do great things.
Be sure to check back in the next few days for more pictures by Melissa Stanley who graciously agreed to cover this event for our website.