Emotions ran high Friday as the Hays Rebel softball team not only secured a share of the 25-6A crown with a 4-1 senior night win over the Del Valle Cardinals, but also honored late teammate Brynn Aylor.

“You know we opened up our new field, and I think it was our second home district game and we’ve been undefeated at home ever since,” Hays head coach Lisa Cone said. “It’s just a great way to end the regular season play, and it was a very special night to get to have...