Batesburg-Leesville had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 12 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 14-1 margin over Pelion. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 10-0 last Tuesday.
Preston Smith was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with five RBI, one run, and one double. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. Tanner Watkins was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-2.
Batesburg-Leesville was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .393. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .344 or higher in three consecutive matchups.
Panthers
| 04/11/25 vs Pelion | 14-1 |
| 04/04/25 vs American Leadership Academy | 14-0 |
| 03/26/25 vs Ninety Six | 8-5 |
| 03/21/25 vs Strom Thurmond | 6-1 |
| 03/11/25 vs White Knoll | 6-1 |
| + 2 more games |
Batesburg-Leesville's win was their seventh straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-3-1. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.0 runs over those games. As for Pelion, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last ten games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season.
Batesburg-Leesville will take on Barnwell at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Warhorses will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something the Panthers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Pelion, they will square off against Richland Northeast at 6:30 p.m. on Monday. The Panthers are facing the Cavaliers at the right time seeing as the Cavaliers are stuck on a 12-game losing streak.
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