Haferkamp throws no-hitter in sectional-opening victory | Sports

ELGIN – Kinsley Haferkamp already has several big pitching performances this summer for the Washington County Minor Division softball all-stars.

Tuesday’s effort in the Texas East Section 1 tournament opener, though, was her brightest gem of all.

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