Columbus East Softball Overpowers Hauser with 13-Hit Attack

Olympians ride offensive surge to 8-4 victory over Jets

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:13am

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A fragmented, geometric painting in bold primary colors depicting the dynamic action of a softball game, with players and the field broken down into overlapping angular shapes.A cubist interpretation of the offensive explosion that powered Columbus East to victory over Hauser in this high-scoring softball matchup.Columbus Today

The Columbus East softball team put together one of its most complete offensive performances of the season, racking up 13 hits in an 8-4 win over Hauser on Monday night. Thaise Jessup and Lola Watkins each hit home runs to lead the Olympians' charge, while Jacque Boroughs went a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate.

Why it matters

The victory continues a strong start to the season for Columbus East, which has relied on its deep and balanced lineup to power past opponents. Meanwhile, Hauser showed flashes of offensive potential despite the loss, led by standout performances from Addy Crowder and Kamrie Brooks.

The details

East consistently found ways to get runners on base, move them over, and bring them home throughout the game. The Olympians didn't just rely on one big inning, but rather maintained steady pressure with quality at-bats. Jessup and Watkins set the tone early with their home runs, while Boroughs kept the lineup moving with her perfect 3-for-3 day at the plate.

  • The game took place on Monday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Thaise Jessup

A Columbus East player who hit a home run and finished 2-for-3 with two RBIs in the game.

Lola Watkins

A Columbus East player who hit a home run and went 2-for-4 in the game.

Jacque Boroughs

A Columbus East player who went a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate, keeping the Olympians' lineup moving.

Addy Crowder

A Hauser player who went 2-for-2 in the game.

Kamrie Brooks

A Hauser player who had two hits and two RBIs in the game.

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What they’re saying

“When Columbus East softball gets the bats going, the Olympians don't just score—they surge.”

— Jeremy Giggy, Sports Director, White River Broadcasting

The takeaway

Columbus East's offensive depth and ability to consistently produce quality at-bats proved to be the difference in this game, as the Olympians were able to build a lead and maintain it throughout. Hauser showed promise with its own offensive performance, but ultimately couldn't match East's firepower.