Henderson County Defeats Caldwell 11-0 in Lopsided Matchup

Lady Colonels score in bunches over final three innings to cruise to victory

Mar. 21, 2026 at 10:30am

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The Henderson County Lady Colonels defeated the Caldwell County team 11-0 on Friday in Princeton, Kentucky. Ahead 1-0 after two innings, Henderson County broke the game open with three-run innings in the third and fifth, and a four-run fourth inning to cruise to the lopsided victory.

Why it matters

This win continues a strong start to the season for Henderson County, who have now outscored their first three opponents 28-1. The loss drops Caldwell County to 0-3 on the year as they prepare to open district play next week.

The details

Saniya Shields led the offensive onslaught for Henderson County, going 4-for-4 with 3 RBIs and two stolen bases. Kamryn Timmons, Azayah Hall, and Aubrey Risley each had two hits as part of the Lady Colonels' 13-hit day. Lillian Bennett struck out six and walked none, retiring the last 12 batters she faced to earn the win for Henderson County.

  • The game took place on Friday, March 21, 2026 in Princeton, Kentucky.
  • Henderson County has now outscored its first three opponents 28-1 to start the season.

The players

Saniya Shields

A standout player for Henderson County, going 4-for-4 with 3 RBIs and two stolen bases in the win.

Lillian Bennett

The winning pitcher for Henderson County, striking out six and walking none while retiring the last 12 batters she faced.

Adley Lewis

The lone bright spot for Caldwell County, hitting a double in the second inning.

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What they’re saying

“We must have been hitting some 'atom balls' out there today. Our girls really broke the game open in the middle innings.”

— Todd Griffin, Reporter

What’s next

Henderson County will look to continue their strong start when they host Muhlenberg County on Monday. Caldwell County will open district play next week with a road game at Madisonville-North Hopkins on Tuesday before hosting Dawson Springs for a doubleheader on Thursday.

The takeaway

This lopsided victory showcases the offensive firepower and dominant pitching of the Henderson County Lady Colonels, who have now outscored their first three opponents by a combined 28-1 to start the season. Caldwell County, on the other hand, will need to regroup quickly as they open district play next week.