Focus, drive, and power have led the Rockwall Lady Yellowjackets to success all season long. As the team continues to work toward capping their year at the state tournament, VYPE DFW takes a look at just what fans should expect as they head into a regional semifinal series against Oak Ridge!
Five victories began the Lady Yellowjackets' season as they powered over Keller, Clear Lake, Vista Ridge, Cypress Woods, and Lake Belton in non-district play. Continuing to learn from valuable moments, the team recorded more, strong wins over the likes of McKinney Boyd, Plano East, Plano, and more before heading into district play where fans were confident of the team's ability to get the job done game in and game out.
Earned confidence helped lead Rockwall to outstanding victories in district play including those over Rockwall-Heath (15-0, 6-2), Royce City (10-2, 1-0), North Forney (12-0, 8-1), and other talented opponents. Ava Wallace, Chloe Phe, Rylie Swindall, Rachel Lawyer, Presley Brott, Addie Kelly, and Kendall Scroggins are just some of the athletes on the Yellowjackets' squad who showed up ready to get the job done and secure their top-of the leaderboard standings in their district rankings. Finishing the regular season with an undefeated district ecord (12-0) over their opponents, this team was poised for greatness as they entered the playoffs.
So far through playoff matchups, Rockwall has seen some of their most challenging opponents yet without batting an eye. Defeating Sachse in the first round (13-3, 7-0) helped Rockwall advance to a round two sweep over Lake Ridge (1-0, 5-4). With some of the closest games they have played all season, the team proved their ability to take a challenge head-on while continuing to power forward. Round three saw a hard-fought 6-4 victory in 11 innings over Wylie before the team took the series with a 10-2 victory the following day.
This week, the Lady Yellowjackets prepare for Oak Ridge-- a team that has lost only four games all season (31-4, 14-2). With their ability to play against talented programs paired with their focus and the careful guidance of head coach Leah Campbell as well as assistant coach Jordan Wilson, the team can be expected to put forth an effort that will be something to be proud of. The series is going to come down to strategic defense paired with a keen eye at the plate. Rockwall has just what it takes to walk away victorious should they focus their efforts on remaining determined and remembering their strengths.
The series begins on Thursday, May 16th at 6:30 p.m. at Georgetown High School.