Thomas Sumter Academy had lost nine straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 1-3 to make it ten. They fell just short of the Dorchester Academy Raiders by a score of 8-6. The Generals were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Raiders earlier this season, when they won 8-2.
Lila Kate Stines was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. Another player making a difference was Aleigha Nelson, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and two RBI.
As for Dorchester Academy, their record is now 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since May 6, 2025.
On Dorchester Academy's side, Molly Blanchard spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and three unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up 12 Ks. Blanchard has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Dorchester Academy got a big performance out of Lily Canady, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two stolen bases, one run, and one double. Palmer Kizer was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
Thomas Sumter Academy has already played their next matchup, a 5-4 loss against Calhoun Academy on the 17th. As for Dorchester Academy, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next game, a 16-6 defeat against Clarendon Hall on the 17th.
