Lady Eagles Dominate Haskell County in Home Doubleheader Sweep
April 24, 2026
The Colby High School Lady Eagles put together a dominant showing on their home field April 24, sweeping Haskell County in a doubleheader at Young Memorial Park with convincing 16-1 and 14-3 victories.
Colby wasted little time establishing control in the opener, using a combination of disciplined at-bats and timely hitting to build an early lead. After a scoreless first inning from both sides, the Lady Eagles broke through in the bottom of the first as Sadie Cheney and Ryler Carter sparked a rally that was capped by Ellie McCarty’s two-run double to give Colby a 2-0 advantage.
The offensive pressure continued to mount in the second inning. Colby capitalized on walks and base hits from Emily Flanagin and Myka Nolan, stretching the lead to 6-0. From there, the Lady Eagles never looked back. Nolan delivered one of the biggest swings of the day in the fourth inning, launching a three-run home run as part of a six-run frame that pushed the game out of reach.
Nolan finished a standout performance in Game 1, going 3-for-3 with a home run, three runs scored, and six RBIs. McCarty added three hits and five RBIs, while Kenley Moss contributed two RBIs as part of Colby’s 16-run output.
In the circle, Carter delivered a strong outing, pitching all four innings while allowing just one hit and one run, striking out six to keep Haskell County off balance throughout the game.
Game 2 followed a similar script, with Colby again using a big second inning to seize momentum. After working through a quiet first inning, the Lady Eagles erupted for seven runs in the second. Key hits from Nolan, Cheney, and Carter fueled the rally, highlighted by Carter’s two-run triple that extended the lead to 6-0.
Colby continued to add on in the middle innings, with consistent contact up and down the lineup. Emily Flanagin delivered a strong performance at the plate in the second game, recording two hits and four RBIs, while Nolan added three more hits and two RBIs. Carter chipped in with two hits and three RBIs as the Lady Eagles tallied 14 runs in the contest.
In the circle for Game 2, Landrie McKee provided a steady presence, working all five innings. She struck out five and limited damage despite Haskell County collecting eight hits, holding them to three runs to secure the sweep.
Across both games, Colby showcased a complete team effort, combining aggressive baserunning, consistent hitting, and solid pitching. The Lady Eagles’ ability to string together quality at-bats and capitalize on scoring opportunities proved to be the difference in both contests.
With the sweep, Colby continues to build momentum late in the season, showing the depth and offensive firepower that makes them a tough matchup as postseason play approaches.
