Trigg County Wins 2A Sectional Softball Title With Offensive Explosion

Lady Wildcats earn first-ever state tournament berth with 18-1 victory over Union County

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:54am

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The Trigg County softball team made history by winning the Class 2A Sectional championship, defeating Union County 18-1. The Lady Wildcats pounded out 20 hits, scoring in every inning to claim their first-ever state tournament berth. Kady Fuller led the offensive onslaught with a 4-for-4 performance, including a home run and 5 RBIs.

Why it matters

This is a landmark achievement for the Trigg County softball program, which has never before qualified for the state tournament. The win showcases the team's offensive firepower and highlights the growth of the 2A classification, which was created in 2017 to provide mid-sized schools their own postseason tournament.

The details

Trigg County scored in every inning, led by Kady Fuller's 4-hit, 5-RBI game that included a home run. Jazzy Tejada also homered as part of a 6-run second inning. Veyda Grinols, Livia Breckel, EmmaLee Futrell, and Tember Oliver all had RBI hits as well. Pitcher Tember Oliver allowed just 3 hits and 1 run while striking out 2.

  • The sectional championship game was played on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 in Morganfield, Kentucky.
  • Trigg County will play Clay County in the first round of the Class 2A State Softball Tournament on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1:45 pm in Owensboro, Kentucky.

The players

Kady Fuller

A standout hitter for Trigg County, going 4-for-4 with a home run, 5 RBIs, and 3 runs scored in the sectional championship game.

Jazzy Tejada

Trigg County player who hit a 3-run home run as part of a 6-run second inning.

Tember Oliver

Trigg County's starting pitcher, who allowed just 3 hits and 1 run while striking out 2 batters.

Brylee Jackson

Union County player who singled and scored the team's lone run in the third inning.

Audrey Staley

Union County player who singled ahead of the team's only RBI in the third inning.

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What’s next

Trigg County will play Clay County in the first round of the Class 2A State Softball Tournament on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1:45 pm in Owensboro, Kentucky.

The takeaway

Trigg County's historic sectional championship victory showcases the growth of the 2A classification and the offensive firepower of the Lady Wildcats, who are making their first-ever state tournament appearance. This achievement highlights the continued development of high school softball in Kentucky.