Frost carries Jackson softball to 4A district final

MONROE — Most of the Jackson softball team had trouble getting hits off Monroe sophomore pitcher McKenzie Schulz in Tuesday’s semifinal of the 4A District 1 tournament.

Junior Taylor Adams and senior Kristen Scott didn’t experience such difficulties.

Adams finished a perfect 3-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored and Scott finished 2-for-3 with a double, an RBI and a run scored to lead the Timberwolves to a 4-1 victory over the Bearcats, securing a spot in Thursday’s district championship where they will face Snohomish. Monroe will face Lake Stevens in a loser-out game on Thursday.

Adams and Scott combined for five of Jackson’s seven hits in the game.

“Taylor has been swinging a really hot bat,” Jackson coach Kyle Peacocke said. “She’s got a lot of confidence at the plate right now. She’s one of our three captains and she’s really been stepping up.”

Jackson senior pitcher Sophie Frost gave up a hit to the first batter of the game, but was perfect for the remainder of the first four innings. For the game, she gave up seven hits, one run and struck out six. Five of the seven hits she gave up came in the final two innings.

“She really pitched a great game,” Peacocke said. “She gave up a leadoff hit and then was pretty much lights out. In the sixth inning I think she’d like to have a couple of pitches back, but nothing is ever easy against that team. They’ve battled us every game we’ve played this year.”

Monroe third baseman Kacey Hvitved made a spectacular diving catch near the Jackson dugout to end the fifth inning. She followed up her great catch with an RBI single in the top of the sixth to tie the score at 1-1.

Jackson didn’t blink. The Timberwolves answered back with three runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to take a 4-1 lead. Monroe threatened with three hits in the top of the seventh, but sophomore Camille Chism was called out at home plate after a single by sophomore Hannah Akin when she appeared to be safe. The run would have cut the deficit to 4-2 with one out and runners on second and third. Instead, it was the second out of the inning and all but ended the Bearcats’ comeback attempt.

Aaron Lommers covers prep sports for The Herald. Follow him on Twitter at @aaronlommers and contact him at alommers@heraldnet.com.

At Sky River Park

WP: Sophie Frost (7 IP, 7 H, R, 6 K, 0 BB). LP: McKenzie Schulz (6 IP, 7 H, 4 R, 7 K, 4 BB). Individual highlights: Monroe—Camille Chism (2-3); Morgan Allen (2-3, R); Kacey Hvitved (1-3, RBI); Hannah Akin (1-1); Amanda Lee (1-3). Jackson—Taylor Adams (3-3, RBI, R); Kristen Scott (2-3, 2B, R, RBI); Kaylei Werner (RBI); Kristina Day (1-2, RBI, R). Records—Monroe 18-5 overall. Jackson 19-3.

Talk to us

> Give us your news tips.

> Send us a letter to the editor.

> More Herald contact information.

More in Sports

X
Vote for The Herald’s Prep Athlete of the Week for March 8-17

The Athlete of the Week nominees for March 8-17. Voting closes at… Continue reading

X
Silvertips’ playoff picture coming together as season hits final week

Everett is officially the Western Conference’s No. 3 seed and is likely heading into a matchup with Kelowna or Vancouver.

X
Prep roundup for Monday, March 18

Prep roundup for Monday, March 18: (Note for coaches/scorekeepers: To report results… Continue reading

Los Angeles Rams offensive guard Tremayne Anchrum (72) against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Seahawks add to position of need, sign guard Tremayne Anchrum Jr.

The 25-year-old has played in 31 games, starting once, since being drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in 2020.

Everett Community College head coach Chet Hovde watches as the women's team practices on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 in Everett, Wa. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)
EvCC coach Chet Hovde, who ‘lived for’ basketball, dies at 77

Coach Hovde graduated from Everett High School in 1965. He spent 33 years as the women’s basketball coach at the community college.

Jackson’s Ian Friedrichsen celebrates his goal with his teammates during the game against Bothell on Thursday, May 11, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep boys soccer: 5 things to watch for the 2024 season in Snohomish County

A look at the top local storylines for this high school boys soccer season

Jackson’s Rachel Sysum is hugged by Leneyah Mitchell after hitting a home run during the game against Bothell on Friday, May 19, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep softball: 5 things to watch for the 2024 season in Snohomish County

A look at the top local storylines to keep an eye on this high school softball season.

X
Prep roundup for Friday, March 15

Prep roundup for Friday, March 15: (Note for coaches/scorekeepers: To report results… Continue reading

Glacier Peak’s Samantha Christensen runs to home plate to celebrate her home run with her teammates during the game against Snohomish on Friday, March 15, 2024 in Snohomish, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
GALLERY: Glacier Peak softball tops rival Snohomish

The Grizzlies prevail 9-5 in a clash of area powers.

X
Prep roundup for Thursday, March 14

Prep roundup for Thursday, March 14: (Note for coaches/scorekeepers: To report results… Continue reading

The Washington Wolfpack logo is revealed during the Everett AFL team unveiling at Tony V's Garage in Everett, Washington onThursday, Oct. 26, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Everett’s new arena football team to have 4 televised games

The NFL Network will broadcast 30 AFL games this season, including two Wolfpack home games.

Washington coach Mike Hopkins yells to the team during the second half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against California, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024, in Seattle. California won 82-80. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)
Looking back at Mike Hopkins’ turbulent tenure as UW men’s basketball coach

The departing Huskies coach had highs early, but the good times didn’t last long.

Support local journalism

If you value local news, make a gift now to support the trusted journalism you get in The Daily Herald. Donations processed in this system are not tax deductible.