Gateway Charter won the last time they faced Babcock and things went their way on Thursday too. The Griffins skirted past the Trailblazers 8-7. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Griffins.

Jakob Rivera
| 03/19/26 vs Babcock | 3 |
| 02/27/26 vs Moore Haven | 2 |
| 02/19/26 vs Cypress Lake | 2 |
| 02/18/26 vs East Lee County | 2 |
| 03/10/26 @ Cape Coral | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
The team relied heavily on Jakob Rivera, who went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases and three runs. Gateway Charter is undefeated when Rivera posts two or more runs, but 5-6 otherwise. Brandon Hale was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three RBI and two runs.
Gateway Charter's record is now 9-6. As for Babcock, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-11 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Gateway Charter will take on Estero at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Babcock, they will face off against First Baptist Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Trailblazers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season.
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