Tidewater Academy is 0-10 against Southampton Academy since March of 2018 but things could change on Tuesday. The Warriors will be playing at home against the Raiders at 4:30 p.m. Tidewater Academy has given up an average of 12.4 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Tidewater Academy is headed into Tuesday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Monday. They lost 13-1 to Fuqua.
Meanwhile, Southampton Academy waltzed into their contest on April 2nd with two straight wins... but they left with three. They put the hurt on the Patriots with a sharp 19-1 win. The Raiders might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four matchups by eight runs or more this season.
Dutchess Rose was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with five RBI and one double. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Reagan Webb was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in May of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Kelsey Braun, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Southampton Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .667. They are a perfect 3-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Southampton Academy's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-4-1. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.7 runs over those games. As for Tidewater Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-8.
Tidewater Academy might still be hurting after the 15-0 loss they got from Southampton Academy in their previous matchup back in March. Will the Warriors have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
