Palmetto had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by an 8-1 margin over the Ferguson Falcons on Tuesday. That's more bragging rights for the Panthers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Lauren Falls
03/18/25 vs Ferguson | 6 |
03/03/25 vs Lourdes Academy | 5 |
02/28/25 vs Coral Park | 5 |
04/12/24 vs Gulliver Prep | 4 |
03/06/25 @ Palmer Trinity | 2 |
Lauren Falls was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up just one earned run off seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one home run, six RBI, and one triple. Those six RBI gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Madeleine Baldwin, who scored three runs and stole Two bases. while going 2-for-3. Alicia Thomason also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.
Palmetto hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They are 3-1 when they post two or more strikeouts.
Palmetto's record is now 4-9. As for Ferguson, their loss was their first in the district, dropping their district record down to 3-1 and their overall record down to 7-6.
We've got a battle between Panthers coming up. As for Ferguson, they will head out on the road to face off against Miami Springs at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Someone's luck will take a turn for the better: Miami Springs has lost four straight at home , while Ferguson has lost three on the road.
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