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Warhorses Dominate Wolverines in Conference Softball Clash
Owen scores 10 runs in the fourth inning to defeat Polk County 20-2
Mar. 16, 2026 at 5:06pm
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The Owen Warhorses defeated the Polk County Wolverines 20-2 in a Western Highlands Conference softball game on Friday. Owen built a 9-0 lead through three innings before Polk County scored twice in the bottom of the third. However, Owen responded with 10 runs in the fourth inning to invoke the mercy rule.
Why it matters
This conference matchup between two local high school softball teams highlights the competitive nature of the Western Highlands Conference and the continued growth and development of the sport in the region.
The details
Polk County's Mary Marrow was hit by a pitch and scored on a steal of home, and Lucy Tessnair doubled home Taylor Lancaster to make it 9-2 in the third inning. However, Owen scored 10 runs in the fourth inning to pull away and win the game.
- The game was played on Friday, March 16, 2026.
- Owen scored 10 runs in the fourth inning to invoke the mercy rule.
The players
Polk County
The Polk County Wolverines are the high school softball team representing Polk County, North Carolina.
Owen
The Owen Warhorses are the high school softball team representing Owen High School in North Carolina.
Mary Marrow
A player for the Polk County Wolverines softball team.
Lucy Tessnair
A player for the Polk County Wolverines softball team.
Taylor Lancaster
A player for the Polk County Wolverines softball team.
The takeaway
This game showcases the competitive nature of high school softball in the Western Highlands Conference and the continued growth and development of the sport in the region.
