Softball Recap: Martin County Victorious

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Previous Games

04/22/26 - Away	6-5 W
03/30/26 - Home	4-10 L
04/30/25 - Home	20-13 W
03/21/25 - Away	18-1 W
03/18/25 - Home	10-0 W
+ 3 more games

Martin County took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Gates County, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Gators won by a run and slipped past the Red Barons 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Gators have posted since May 8, 2025.

Martin County's win bumped their record up to 11-5. As for Gates County, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-6.

Martin County and Gates County should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps North Carolina Rankings. The Gators (ranked 153rd) will meet Northeastern (ranked 453rd) at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Gates County will challenge Bertie at 5:00 p.m. on Friday with a big rank advantage (159 vs. 401).