Johnson Central beats out Highlands in first round of Clark’s Pump and Shop State Softball Tournament

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Published: Jun. 1, 2023 at 1:00 PM EDT

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WYMT) - The Johnson Central Lady Eagles have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Clark’s Pump and Shop State Softball Tournament with a win over Highlands.

The Lady Eagles took an early two-run lead in the second inning, then scored again in the fifth.

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Highlands scored late, but not enough to overcome Johnson Central, with the Lady Eagles winning 3-1.

Johnson Central will play the winner of the game between Rowan County and McCracken County in the quarterfinals on Saturday at UK’s John Cropp Stadium.