KYLE – The Hays Hawks softball team squared off against the East Central Hornets this weekend, culminating in a tense three-game series before the Hawks won, crowning them as area champions. The games were played on May 6 at San Marcos High School and May 7 at Marion High School.

On Friday, the team started off with a lengthy match with the Hornets nabbing an early lead. The Hawks persevered, and almost pulled a win later in the 7th inning but fell one run short, losing the game 5 – 6...