Softball Recap: Choctawhatchee Takes a Loss

Choctawhatchee fought the good fight in their extra-innings match against South Walton on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Seahawks. If the Indians were looking for revenge after losing 9-3 to the Seahawks when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.

AnnMarie Gilbert spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up eight Ks.

Gabbi Barnowsky

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On the hitting side, Gabbi Barnowsky was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-4. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Alivia Vaughan, who scored a run while going 2-for-5.

Choctawhatchee has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-10 record this season. That patch can't be blamed on the team's hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.8 runs over those games. As for South Walton, their victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 7-7.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Choctawhatchee will welcome Navarre at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for South Walton, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Walton at 6:00 p.m.