Latexo's Woodard earns first win for Central Baptist

Freshman pitcher shines in 10-1 victory over Crowley's Ridge

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:22pm

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Former Latexo High School standout Lauren Woodard, now a freshman pitcher for Central Baptist College, earned her first win of the season on Saturday. Woodard started the game against Crowley's Ridge and pitched four scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and no walks while striking out five batters. She also contributed at the plate with an RBI double in the fourth inning.

Why it matters

Woodard's performance is an encouraging sign for Central Baptist's softball program, as the team looks to build on its success this season. As a freshman, Woodard's strong outing demonstrates her potential to be an impactful player for the Mustangs going forward.

The details

In the 10-1 victory over Crowley's Ridge, Woodard was dominant in the circle, keeping the opposing batters off balance throughout her four-inning start. She did not allow a run and limited Crowley's Ridge to just three hits and no walks. Woodard also helped her own cause at the plate, driving in a run with a double in the fourth inning.

  • On Saturday, March 29, 2026, Woodard earned her first win of the season for Central Baptist.
  • Central Baptist will travel to Marshall on Monday, March 31, 2026 for a doubleheader.

The players

Lauren Woodard

A freshman pitcher for the Central Baptist College softball team, Woodard is a former standout at Latexo High School.

Central Baptist College

A private Christian university located in Conway, Arkansas, Central Baptist College fields a competitive softball program in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).

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What they’re saying

“Through 30 2/3 innings this season, Woodard (1-1) has 14 strikeouts and a 4.11 ERA.”

— Jeff Awtrey, Reporter

What’s next

Central Baptist will look to build on Woodard's strong outing when they travel to Marshall on Monday for a doubleheader.

The takeaway

Woodard's impressive debut performance is a positive sign for Central Baptist's softball program, as the team aims to develop its young talent and compete at a high level this season.