Inspiration Academy fought the good fight in their extra-innings contest against Lake Wales on Friday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Highlanders by a score of 2-1. The Lions were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Highlanders earlier this season, when they won 5-0.
Elle Hildreth
| 04/18/25 @ Lake Wales | 6 |
| 04/14/25 vs Montverde Academy | 9 |
| 04/10/25 vs Calvary Christian | 10 |
| 04/08/25 @ Academy of the Holy Names | 7 |
| 04/04/25 vs Lake Wales | 7 |
| + 3 more games |
Elle Hildreth spent all 7.1 innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on two hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in eight consecutive appearances.
Inspiration Academy's loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 21-6. As for Lake Wales, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 12-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Inspiration Academy will welcome Palmetto at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lake Wales, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Lake Region at 7:00 p.m.
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