Patriots
| 04/18/25 @ Hartfield Academy | 10 |
| 03/10/25 vs Starkville | 9 |
| 03/08/25 vs Tipton-Rosemark Academy | 9 |
| 04/15/25 @ Hartfield Academy | 5 |
| 04/11/25 @ Jackson Academy | 5 |
Madison-Ridgeland Academy lost a heartbreaker the last time they played Hartfield Academy, but it's fair to say they got their revenge given the result of Friday's matchup. The Patriots were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Hawks on Friday. That looming 12-2 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Patriots yet this season.
Rhett Taylor made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched five innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI and one double. Those three hits gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Garrett Gardner was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March of 2024. Tyler Hester also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .590. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Madison-Ridgeland Academy has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 17-12 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.6 runs on average over those games. As for Hartfield Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 23-4.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Madison-Ridgeland Academy will take on rival St. Joseph Catholic at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Hartfield Academy is set to challenge their familiar foe Presbyterian Christian at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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