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Smith-Cotton softball falls to Blue Springs South in district opener

Published 9:47 pm Friday, October 16, 2026

By Democrat Staff

Smith-Cotton senior Natalie Metzger, right, throws the ball during a game against Boonville on Aug. 27. (File photo by Jack Denebeim | Democrat)

Smith-Cotton softball’s season came to an end with a 10-1 loss to Blue Springs South in the first round of the Class 5 District 7 Tournament on Friday, Oct. 16, at Blue Springs South High School.

The Lady Tigers initially led 1-0 thanks to an RBI double from senior Hannah Lowman in the top of the second inning. The Jaguars went on to score 10 unanswered runs, highlighted by a five-run sixth inning.

Senior Mia Ross took the loss in the circle for S-C, allowing nine earned runs on 13 hits and two walks over six innings.

Along with Lowman, junior Rilynn Pummill and senior Natalie Metzger each recorded a hit.

Smith-Cotton ends its season with a 10-19 record. It is the fourth consecutive year the Lady Tigers have had at least 10 wins.

Blue Springs South advances to play Lee’s Summit North in the district semifinals on Saturday, Oct. 17.

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