CONWAY — If it seems like it’s been a long time since the Kennett High softball team has been in action, you’re right. Coach Chris Kroski took over the program two years ago and had to wait more than 675 days to coach his first game due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Eagles were the last spring team at KHS to open their season, hosting Prospect Mountain on Tuesday. The hometown flock fell 4-0 to the visiting Timberwolves.
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