Softball Recap: Beachside Barracudas vs. Fleming Island Golden Eagles
Beachside lost against Fleming Island back in March of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. The Beachside Barracudas fell just short of the Fleming Island Golden Eagles by a score of 5-4.
Samantha Ulrich spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on five hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in six consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Beachside saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kaitlyn Adams, who scored two runs while going 1-for-2.
On Fleming Island's side, they let Ashlyn Madine and Ella Morris loose on the outfield. Madine scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4, while Morris scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in two of her four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Jolee Rich, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Beachside has traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season. As for Fleming Island, their win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Beachside will square off against Interlachen at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Beachside is facing Interlachen at the right time seeing as Interlachen is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Fleming Island, they will head out on the road to take on Bolles at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The last four games Fleming Island has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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