Hurt's historic night powers Lady Pirates past Haskell

Preston softball star blasts two home runs and drives in nine runs in high-scoring victory.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:01pm

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Ashleigh Hurt turned in a record-breaking performance on Monday, blasting two home runs and driving in nine runs to lead the Preston Lady Pirates to a 24-12 victory over Haskell in a high-scoring softball showdown. The Lady Pirates jumped out to an early lead and continued to pull away throughout the game, combining for 41 hits with Hurt leading the offensive onslaught.

Why it matters

This was a historic night for Ashleigh Hurt and the Preston Lady Pirates, showcasing the team's offensive firepower and Hurt's individual brilliance. The win keeps Preston in contention for a postseason berth in Oklahoma high school softball.

The details

Hurt launched a three-run home run in the first inning to help Preston build an early lead. The teams traded offensive blows throughout, with Preston adding five runs in the fourth inning and a seven-run surge in the sixth. Hurt capped the big sixth inning with an inside-the-park home run, driving in three more runs. Preston finished with 24 hits, including multiple-hit games from seven different players. Holuby earned the win in the circle for Preston.

  • The game was played on Monday, April 1, 2026.

The players

Ashleigh Hurt

A standout softball player for the Preston Lady Pirates who turned in a historic performance, blasting two home runs and driving in nine runs in the victory over Haskell.

Olivia Beaver

A key contributor for the Preston Lady Pirates, adding multiple hits in the high-scoring win over Haskell.

Kristin Holuby

The winning pitcher for the Preston Lady Pirates, going six innings and allowing 12 runs on 17 hits.

Izzie Young

A standout player for the Haskell team, going 3-for-4 at the plate with five RBIs in the loss.

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What they’re saying

“Ashleigh Hurt turned in a performance for the record books Monday, blasting two home runs and driving in nine runs to lead the Preston Lady Pirates to a 24-12 victory over Haskell.”

— Patrick Ford, Editor

What’s next

The Lady Pirates will look to build on this historic win as they continue their push for a postseason berth in Oklahoma high school softball.

The takeaway

Ashleigh Hurt's record-breaking performance showcases the offensive firepower of the Preston Lady Pirates, who are emerging as a force to be reckoned with in Oklahoma high school softball.