Friday High School Baseball and Softball Scores

DeRidder defeats Leesville 16-2 in 5 innings

Mar. 21, 2026 at 4:25pm

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High school baseball and softball games were played across the region on Friday, with DeRidder defeating Leesville 16-2 in a 5-inning District 3-4A matchup.

Why it matters

Local high school sports are an important part of community life, providing opportunities for student-athletes to compete and represent their schools. These scores and results help keep fans and families updated on the progress of their local teams.

The details

In the District 3-4A baseball game, DeRidder defeated Leesville by a score of 16-2 in 5 innings. DeRidder scored 4 runs in the 1st inning, 1 run in the 4th, and 11 runs in the 5th to end the game early. Hunter Thompson was the winning pitcher for DeRidder, while Daren Brown took the loss for Leesville. Top hitters for Leesville included Creek Smith who went 2-for-3 with a triple and 2 runs scored. For DeRidder, Connor Rushford had 2 hits, 2 runs, an RBI.

  • The game was played on Friday, March 21, 2026.

The players

Hunter Thompson

The winning pitcher for DeRidder.

Daren Brown

The losing pitcher for Leesville.

Creek Smith

A top hitter for Leesville, going 2-for-3 with a triple and 2 runs scored.

Connor Rushford

A top hitter for DeRidder, going 2-for-4 with 2 runs, an RBI.

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The takeaway

These high school baseball and softball results showcase the competitive spirit and athletic talent of students in the local community.