Softball Recap: Lakeland Has No Trouble Against Haines City

Lakeland was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last match, but they sure didn't let that happen against Haines City on Tuesday. The Dreadnaughts blew past the Hornets 15-2. The win was a breath of fresh air for the Dreadnaughts as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.

Kennedy Davenport was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in February. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. She also put up a double, which was her first of the season.

Brooke Martinez

Stolen Base (Career)

04/08/25 @ Haines City	4
03/25/24 vs Fort Meade	3
03/20/24 @ Frostproof	3
04/03/25 @ Avon Park	2
02/27/25 vs Lake Gibson	2

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brooke Martinez, who scored four runs and stole four bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Those four stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Paige Bettcher was another key player, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all five of her plate appearances.

Lakeland always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .625. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.

Lakeland's victory bumped their record up to 4-11. As for Haines City, they now have a losing record of 4-5.

Looking ahead, Lakeland will take on Lake Gibson at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Dreadnaughts' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Braves have averaged an impressive 8.5 runs per game this season. As for Haines City, they will face off against Ridge Community at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Hornets are facing the Bolts at the right time seeing as the Bolts are stuck on a ten-game losing streak.