🥎 Winner goes to Austin: Sundown vs Muenster in a Semifinal Showdown

Steven Liles
May 22
3 min read

Two of the hottest teams in Class 2A-D2 are set to collide in Clyde as the Sundown Roughettes and Muenster Lady Hornets square off in the UIL State Semifinals. With explosive lineups, battle-tested pitching, and a shared determination to reach the title game, this best-of-three series has all the makings of a classic.

Sundown Roughettes (Region I Champion)

The Sundown Roughettes have been an offensive juggernaut this postseason, averaging over 13 runs per game across four series while flashing impressive depth in the circle. Whether it’s power, patience, or clutch hitting, the Roughettes have found a way to win in every way imaginable.

📈 Playoff Path:

Bi-District vs. Ralls: W 18-0, W 15-0
Area vs. Gruver: W 16-1, W 22-2
Regional Semis vs. Stamford: W 4-3, L 3-5, W 11-3
Regional Finals vs. Haskell: W 13-3, W 14-6

🔍 What to Watch:

Brynly Gregory has been dominant both at the plate and in the circle. Multiple 4-hit games, a handful of doubles, homers, and RBIs make her one of the most dangerous two-way players left in the bracket.
Camry and Emry Jourden continue to fuel the top of the lineup. Camry’s consistency and Emry’s power have been pivotal in big innings for Sundown.
Nayleen Morin and Araceli Ibarra bring balance and timely production in the heart of the order, with Morin collecting clutch triples and Ibarra coming through in key RBI moments.
Destiny Garza has been a steady arm for the Roughettes, logging crucial wins against Stamford and Haskell while keeping hitters off balance with control and movement.

Sundown has shown they can win slugfests and survive nail-biters, making them a well-rounded threat on the state stage.

Muenster Lady Hornets (Region II Champion)

Muenster is no stranger to the postseason spotlight, and they’ve navigated a tough bracket with poise and power. Armed with a deep lineup, aggressive base-running, and a workhorse in the circle, the Lady Hornets are primed for their first trip to Austin since 2022.

📈 Playoff Path:

Bi-District vs. Electra: W 14-0, W 14-4
Area vs. Celeste: W 16-5, W 7-0
Regional Semis vs. Crawford: W 8-6, W 10-0
Regional Finals vs. Valley Mills: W 11-4, L 4-5, W 10-8

🔍 What to Watch:

Skyler Reed is the anchor, dominating the circle with double-digit strikeout performances and delivering timely hits. Her postseason ERA and K totals speak for themselves.
Lilly Johnson has been a game-changer offensively. Whether it’s an inside-the-park homer, a clutch double, or a multi-RBI outburst, she brings power and speed to the middle of the lineup.
Brynlee Berend and Addison Aldriedge form a potent 1-2 punch, capable of creating chaos on the basepaths while driving in runs with consistency.
Anna Kay Hennigan has been one of the most consistent hitters throughout the playoffs and a strong presence defensively as well.

Muenster’s lineup goes deep and they’ve proven they can grind out close games, as seen in their gritty Game 3 win over Valley Mills in the Regional Final.

🎯 Series Details

📍 Hanner Sports Complex – Clyde

📅 Game 1: Wednesday, May 22 – 7 PM

📅 Game 2: Thursday, May 23 – 11 AM

📅 Game 3 (if needed): Friday, May 24 – 2 PM (Brownwood)

🔥 Final Thoughts

This is a collision of two high-powered programs peaking at the perfect time. Sundown brings thunderous bats and a tested core, while Muenster counters with finesse, elite pitching, and postseason savvy. With both teams scoring in bunches and boasting standout stars, this semifinal matchup could very well come down to which pitching staff blinks first.