Baseball Game Preview: Gadsden County Jaguars vs. Rickards Raiders

Gadsden County is on a nine-game streak of home losses dating back to last season, and Rickards a seven-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Thursday. The Gadsden County Jaguars will host the Rickards Raiders at 6:00 p.m. Gadsden County has given up an average of 19.8 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.

Gadsden County came up short against Taylor County on Tuesday, falling 20-2.

Adan Sweet

Hits (Career)

03/04/25 @ Taylor County	2
02/25/25 vs Jefferson County	1
02/12/25 vs FAMU DRS	1
02/11/25 @ Jefferson County	1
04/15/24 vs Godby	1

Adan Sweet made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-2. Those two hits gave him a new career-high.

Meanwhile, Rickards had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They won by a run and slipped past Aucilla Christian 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Raiders have posted since April 9, 2024.

Troy Williams was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season.

Gadsden County's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Rickards, their victory bumped their record up to 2-5.

Gadsden County might still be hurting after the 24-4 loss they got from Rickards in their previous matchup two weeks ago. Will Gadsden County have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.