Softball Recap: Clay Puts Losing Streak Behind Them

Clay had lost five straight, but after bumping their record up to 4-9 on Tuesday that streak is in the rearview. They were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Keystone Heights Indians. The Blue Devils' offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.

Sadie Russo spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits and racked up six Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances.

Kaelye Rouw

Runs Batted In (Career)

03/24/26 vs Keystone Heights	5
04/14/25 vs Bradford	3
03/28/25 vs Menendez	3
03/09/26 @ Mandarin	2
03/11/25 vs Fleming Island	2

At the plate, Kaelye Rouw was incredible, firing off two home runs, five RBI, and three runs while going 3-for-4. Those five RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Amiah Carrubba, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base.

Clay was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .419. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Keystone Heights only posted a batting average of .280.

As for Keystone Heights, they now have a losing record of 5-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss they have suffered against Clay since April 23, 2021.

On Keystone Heights' side, Bella Cumbo was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one triple and one RBI. That triple was Cumbo's first of the season. Another player making a difference was Amberlea Wagner, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Clay will head out to challenge Menendez at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Blue Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Falcons have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season. As for Keystone Heights, they will venture away from home to face off against Baker County at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Indians' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wildcats have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season.