FRANKLIN — Emma Carl and Lucy Jo Linville powered a big offensive night as North Laurel collected 18 hits in a 9-6 win over Franklin on Wednesday.

Carl led the way, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two doubles, and two runs scored, and an RBI. Linville followed with a huge effort, going 4-for-5 with three RBI and two runs scored.

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