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REGIONAL SEMIFINALS PREVIEW: Forney softball takes on Prosper Rock Hill
The path of the UIL Texas high school softball playoffs is narrowing as it gets closer and closer to the state championships. As teams continue to fight to play on the biggest stage, some of the best in the Dallas-Fort Worth area metroplex are going head-to-head. Two of the teams facing off in the Regional Semifinals include the Forney Lady Jackrabbits and Prosper Rock Hill Lady Blue Hawks. VYPE DFW breaks down just what fans can expect heading into this week's playoff round!
Forney Lady Jackrabbits (28-7-1, 14-0)
What To Expect:
Seeing many of the same opponents, these teams should be well prepared for one another. Both teams are hard-hitters and go-getters, so the series is sure to be one that keeps fans on the edges of their seats. Forney is going to have to find a way to hit beyond Rock Hill's defense, but Rock Hill is going to have to do the same thing. You have two of the best defenses in the metroplex going head-to-head for an opportunity at the biggest stage in Texas high school softball- it's sure to be a great series.
Game one of the series is set to begin on Wednesday, May 18 at 7 p.m. in Forney. Game two will be played at Rock Hill on Thursday with a start time of 7 p.m. If a game three is necessary, it will be played in Wylie on Saturday at 1 p.m.
REGIONAL QUARTERFINAL PREVIEW: Forney softball to face Hallsville
Texas high school softball continues to inch closer towards the biggest stage- the state tournament. Before teams can get there, though, they have to continue to make their way through the rest of playoffs and the opponents striving for the same goal. One of the Dallas-Fort Worth area softball teams continuing to represent the metroplex is Forney. VYPE DFW takes a deep dive into the Lady Jackrabbits as the team prepares to face-off against Hallsville.
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Regular Season Dominance
The Lady Jackrabbits have been tough contenders each year as they play with a sense of urgency with the goal to be the best that they can be. This season, Forney posted an undefeated 14-0 district record (26-2-1 overall). Defeating the likes of Frisco Independence, Wylie East, Allen, Crandall, West Mesquite, Mesquite Poteet and more, the Lady Jackrabbits have outscored their opponents by a combined 192 runs. The team has been able to play with nearly unmatched defensive skill throughout the entirety of the season.
Playoffs
So far in playoffs, Forney has defeated Midlothian (13-2, 20-1) and Longview (4-2, 6-0). The Lady Jackrabbits defense has only allowed five runs against them in playoffs while scoring 43 runs of their own. As the team enters the regional quarterfinals, they are on a 21 game win-streak with no signs of slowing down.
What To Expect:
Hallsville is going to do everything they can to play up to Forney's level. The team has been able to be consistent throughout the season as they finished second in their district while posting a 78% winning percentage. Although the team will put up a fight, fans can expect Forney's regular level of play resulting in good fortune for the Lady Jackrabbits.
Game one of the series is scheduled for Wednesday, May 11th with first pitch set for 7 p.m. at Tyler Legacy. Game two will be played on Friday at the same venue with a start time of 7 p.m. If necessary, game three will be Saturday at 7 p.m. also at Tyler Legacy.