Crescent City hasn't had much luck against Williston recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Crescent City Raiders will host the Williston Red Devils at 7:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Having struggled with seven defeats in a row dating back to last season, Crescent City turned things around against Warner Christian Academy on Thursday. They were the clear victor by a 19-8 margin over the Eagles. The Raiders' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Marcus Pates
| 03/06/25 vs Warner Christian Academy | 5 |
| 03/14/24 vs Taylor | 3 |
| 03/01/24 vs Wildwood | 2 |
| 02/21/25 @ Taylor | 1 |
| 02/13/25 @ Mainland | 1 |
The team relied heavily on Marcus Pates, who went 2-for-3 with four runs, two stolen bases, and five RBI. The dominant performance gave him a new career-high in RBI. Another player making a difference was Trivauhn Bush, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Crescent City always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .556. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Meanwhile, it may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Williston ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They came out on top against Palatka by a score of 4-3 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game). While the Red Devils didn't have the best season last year (they finished 9-19), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Jacob Loock made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Loock was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Anthony Gardea was excellent, going 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Crescent City's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-6. As for Williston, their win bumped their record up to 7-3.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Crescent City has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.9 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Williston struggles in that department as they've been averaging 4.5 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Crescent City suffered a grim 21-11 defeat to Williston in their previous meeting last Tuesday. Will Crescent City have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
