Softball Recap: Elmore County Has No Trouble Against Handley

Panthers

Margin (Wins)

04/12/25 vs Benjamin Russell	13
04/08/25 @ Dadeville	13
03/26/25 vs Vernon Hills	12
04/18/25 vs Handley	11
04/12/25 vs Glenwood	11

Elmore County was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Handley on Friday. The Panthers were the clear victors by a 13-2 margin over the Tigers. Considering the Panthers have won 11 contests by more than six runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.

Bailey Gardner looked comfortable as she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits.

At the plate, Addy Peaden and Brooklynn Berry did most of the damage at the plate: Peaden went 2-for-3 with one home run and five RBI, while Berry went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most hits Berry has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Addison Hicks, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.

Elmore County was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .667. They are 16-2 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.

With the victory, Elmore County broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 18-14. As for Handley, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last nine matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-18-1 record this season.

Elmore County will face off against Reeltown at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Handley, they will head out to take on Munford at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Lions will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Tigers surely won't give up without a fight.