Pataula Charter Academy hit Randolph-Clay with a 16-run third inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Red Devils lost 20-4 to the Panthers.
For Pataula Charter Academy's part, Emma Harrell made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 7 batters over 2.1 innings while giving up just 1 earned run off one hit (and not a single walk). Harrell also struck out seven batters, her most since August 10th. She was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 while logging 3 RBIs, 2 runs, and 1 double. The game also marked her 14th in a row in which she got on base at least once.
In other pitching news, Harrell looked comfortable as she struck out 7 batters over 2.1 innings while giving up just 1 earned run off one hit (and not a single walk). The seven batters struck out were her most since August 10th, when she struck out eight vs. Jordan.
Randolph-Clay has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight contests. That's taken a bite out of their 3-10 record this season. As for Pataula Charter Academy, they have been performing well recently, winning six of their last eight matchups. That run has powered them to an 11-5 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Randolph-Clay is on the road again on Tuesday to play Southwest Georgia STEM Charter. As for Pataula Charter Academy, they will venture away from home to take on Pelham at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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