Ten players from South Stokes and West Stokes high schools have been recognized on the N.C. Softball Coaches Association鈥檚 All-District 5 team, with standout pitcher Marrisa Crandall of South Stokes earning the coveted 2A All-District 5 Pitcher of the Year title. Crandall had an impressive season with an 11-6 record, a 2.56 ERA, and 74 strikeouts over 90.1 innings, while also batting .328. South Stokes' Lily Jacobs and Ellie White were also honored for their strong performances. For West Stokes, Baylee Tilley earned her fourth All-District selection, leading the team with a .467 batting average and multiple offensive stats. Other key contributors from West Stokes included Rylee Tedder and Zoe Morgan, showcasing outstanding dual capabilities in pitching and hitting.

By the Numbers
  • Marrisa Crandall: 90.1 innings pitched, 11-6 record, 2.56 ERA, and 74 strikeouts.
  • Baylee Tilley: .467 batting average with 43 hits and 25 RBIs in 92 at-bats.
  • Rylee Tedder: 17-3 pitching record with a 0.76 ERA and 185 strikeouts over 147 innings.
State of Play
  • Marrisa Crandall, Lily Jacobs, and Ellie White from South Stokes received All-District honors.
  • West Stokes had seven players selected, including returning standout Baylee Tilley.
  • Rylee Tedder and Zoe Morgan showcased their talent both as pitchers and hitters.
What's Next

The returning players from South Stokes and West Stokes, including Crandall, Jacobs, and Tedder, will look to build on their impressive performances as they head into next season, potentially solidifying their teams' positions in upcoming competitions.

Bottom Line

With a strong foundation of talented players, both South Stokes and West Stokes high schools are poised for success in upcoming softball seasons, particularly with several All-District honorees returning to contribute to their teams.