While Belleview's victory against Leesburg wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Rattlers had just enough and edged out the Yellow Jackets 9-8 on Thursday. The Rattlers haven't had any issues with the Yellow Jackets recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive win against them.
Gilbehert Mendoza
| 02/10/26 vs Citrus | 3 |
| 02/26/26 vs Leesburg | 2 |
| 02/24/26 @ Williston | 2 |
| 02/17/26 vs St. John Lutheran | 1 |
Gilbehert Mendoza was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Belleview's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-2 when he doesn't). Jayden Fortune also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Belleview's record is now 4-2. As for Leesburg, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 4-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Belleview will welcome Seven Rivers Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Leesburg, they will be playing at home against Lake Weir at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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