Edwardsville Softball Cruises Past Granite City

Lily Stone's three-run homer highlights eight-run second inning for Tigers

Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:52pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting in bold primary colors depicting the dynamic action and energy of a high school softball game, with overlapping shapes and planes representing the players, field, and crowd.Edwardsville's offensive explosion, led by Lily Stone's three-run homer, shatters the game into a vibrant, cubist celebration of the team's dominance over Granite City.Edwardsville Today

Edwardsville's Lily Stone hit a three-run home run in the second inning to lead the Tigers to an 11-1 five-inning victory over Granite City on April 2. The Tigers scored eight runs in the second inning to break the game open, with Stone's blast capping the big frame. Edwardsville has now won 45 straight games against Granite City.

Why it matters

The win keeps Edwardsville's strong start to the season going, as they improve to 10-7 on the year. Lily Stone has been a key contributor, leading the team in home runs and RBIs. Granite City, meanwhile, is still searching for its second win of the season.

The details

After Edwardsville took a 1-0 lead in the first, the Tigers erupted for eight runs in the second inning to blow the game open. Marissa Wiley hit a two-run double, and then Stone launched a three-run shot to center field to make it 9-0. Granite City scored one run in the third, but Edwardsville added two more in the fourth to win 11-1 in five innings.

  • The game took place on April 2, 2026 inside the District 7 Sports Complex in Edwardsville.
  • Edwardsville has now won 45 straight games against Granite City.

The players

Lily Stone

An Edwardsville slugger who hit a three-run home run in the second inning to highlight the Tigers' big offensive outburst.

Makaela Pippins

The Edwardsville pitcher who earned the win, going three innings and allowing one run on four hits.

Sammie Herbeck

The Edwardsville pitcher who pitched two innings in relief, allowing one hit with three strikeouts and three walks.

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What they’re saying

“I was really excited, especially after my first at-bat. I was a little embarrassed by that one. I knew I had to make an adjustment.”

— Lily Stone, Edwardsville Slugger

“It was definitely a tough pitch, but I managed to square it up. I didn't know it was going to be a home run until I saw the center fielder stop running, and I thought, 'Okay, that's a good sign.'”

— Lily Stone, Edwardsville Slugger

“I knew I needed to slow things down and really sit on the pitch. After that first at-bat, I told myself I needed to be more patient and stay on the ball longer.”

— Lily Stone, Edwardsville Slugger

What’s next

Edwardsville will look to continue its strong start to the season when it takes on conference rival Alton on April 9.

The takeaway

Lily Stone's big game at the plate highlighted Edwardsville's offensive outburst, as the Tigers cruised to their 45th straight win over Granite City. The victory keeps Edwardsville in a good position early in the season as they chase another conference title.