In the 2024 Class 5A state tournament, Aledo softball had the talent and experience to win it all — but fell just short.
The season came to a crushing, sudden end with a 1-0 loss to Harlingen South — the final out was made in a rundown between third base and home plate. Aledo players shared hugs and tears in an emotional moment for the program that nearly reached its ultimate goal.
FINAL | Harlingen South 1, Aledo 0Chaos. Addie Perry hits a grounder but it’s bobbled and she’s safe. But Jordyn Edington is caught in a pickle to end it.Hawk Softball advances to the UIL Class 5A state championship. Brutal way to end the season for the Bearcats. pic.twitter.com/Xgf5shN5WK
— Charles Baggarly (@swaggarly) May 31, 2024
Senior Addie Perry said the state semifinal loss “hit hard.”…