McIntosh County Academy is 0-3 against Liberty County since August of 2018 but things could change on Monday. The Buccaneers will head out on the road to take on the Panthers at 4:30 p.m. After the two teams made easy work of their previous opponents, one won't be so lucky on Monday.
Liberty County will face off against a team with plenty of momentum: McIntosh County Academy extended their winning streak to three on Thursday. The Buccaneers were the clear victors by a 15-5 margin over Bradwell Institute. That ten run margin sets a new team best for the Buccaneers this season.
Meanwhile, Liberty County made easy work of Warner Robins on Saturday and carried off a 17-1 victory.
Kayleigh Barnard made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and only one walk). Barnard was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with four stolen bases and two runs.
In other batting news, Layla Santiago was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. That's the most runs she has posted since back in August of 2024. Brighton Harpe was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
McIntosh County Academy's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Liberty County, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
McIntosh County Academy came up short against Liberty County when the teams last played back in August of 2023, falling 14-11. Can the Buccaneers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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