Softball Recap: Walton Triumphs

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Previous Games

04/08/25 - Away	2-1 W
03/11/25 - Home	4-11 L
04/02/24 - Away	10-8 W
04/04/23 - Away	1-7 L
03/09/23 - Home	1-12 L
+ 5 more games

Walton took a seven-run loss the last time they faced off against South Walton, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Braves had just enough and edged out the Seahawks 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Braves have posted since April 15, 2024.

Raina Pitts made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Pitts was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two doubles and one RBI. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in April of 2024.

Pitts wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Chloe Bendure, who went 1-for-3 with one triple and one run. That triple marked the first that Bendure hit this season.

Walton's win bumped their record up to 5-9. As for South Walton, they now have a losing record of 7-8.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Walton will face off against Cottondale at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Braves' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hornets have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season. As for South Walton, they will square off against Holmes County at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.