Chamblee had lost three straight on the road, but on Friday they dropped down to 3-6 to make it four. They came up short against the Southwest DeKalb Panthers, falling 11-3. The Bulldogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
Madison Jones made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with one home run and two RBI. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season.
As for Southwest DeKalb, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 8-2. The result was nothing new for the Panthers, who have now won seven matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.
On Southwest DeKalb's side, Jasmin Josey was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. Josey has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in seven consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Chrissee Taylor was a standout: she went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Madelyn Flournoy was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Chamblee will face off against Lakeside at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Southwest DeKalb, they will take on Marist at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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