Softball Recap: Leon Extends Winning Streak to Four

Lions

Margin (Wins)

03/18/25 @ Jefferson County	31
03/24/25 vs FAMU DRS	30
04/01/25 @ FAMU DRS	25
02/18/25 vs Jefferson County	20
02/28/25 @ Mosley	15

Leon had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 25-run drubbing they dealt FAMU DRS on Tuesday. The Lions were the clear victors by a 27-2 margin over the Baby Rattlers. Considering the Lions have won six contests by more than seven runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.

Taylor Winfield made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run but no hits (and not a single walk). Winfield was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.

In other batting news, Lamonika Sims was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing six bases while going 3-for-4. Those six stolen bases gave her a new career-high. Kierstyn Fuller was another key player, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4.

Leon always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .763. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as FAMU DRS only posted an OBP of .182.

The win (which was Leon's fourth in a row) raised their record to 10-4. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 4.0 runs on average over those games. As for FAMU DRS, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last seven matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-9 record this season.

Leon will head out to take on Rickards at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Raiders have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.75 runs per game on average), something the Lions will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for FAMU DRS, they will host Wakulla Christian School at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Baby Rattlers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Saints have averaged an impressive 16.2 runs per game this season.