Marianna got themselves on the board against Altha on Tuesday, but Altha never followed suit. They blew past the Wildcats 11-0. That looming 11-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Bulldogs yet this season.
Jackson Roberts made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out ten over six innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
Bowen Barber
| 03/28/25 vs Chipley | 5 |
| 04/01/25 @ Altha | 3 |
| 03/27/25 @ Sneads | 3 |
| 03/12/25 @ Blountstown | 2 |
| 03/17/25 vs Blountstown | 1 |
| + 1 more games |
In other batting news, Marianna let Cody Byrd and Bowen Barber run wild. Byrd scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances, while Barber scored a run while going 2-for-4. Barber also brought in three RBI, which is notable because Marianna is 2-1 when he posts at least three RBI, but 7-10 otherwise. Torin Clark-Hussey was another key player, scoring two runs while going 1-for-4.
The win made it two in a row for Marianna and bumps their season record up to 9-11. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 7 runs in those games. As for Altha, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-5 record this season.
Marianna will square off against Wakulla at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the War Eagles have averaged an impressive 7.4 runs per game this season. As for Altha, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Crossroad Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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