Cedar Key had to endure an 18-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged the Leesburg Yellow Jackets out 18-16. Cedar Key's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Leesburg's part, KENNADI WILLIAMS and HANNAH PAVIA did some serious damage despite the final result: WILLIAMS scored five runs and stole a base while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances, while PAVIA got on base in all six of her plate appearances with six RBI and two runs. WILLIAMS is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last six games she's played. ADDISON HUNTER was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances.
Cedar Key made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-7. As for Leesburg, their defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 10-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cedar Key will face off against Bronson at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Bronson is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7 runs per game this season. As for Leesburg, they will head out on the road to take on Lake Weir at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Lake Weir is coming into the matchup with five straight victories at home, so Leesburg will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum.
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