Palatka hit Beachside with a five-run third inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Barracudas took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Panthers. The Barracudas were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
Kyleigh Kendall made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Beachside has also traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-6 record this season. As for Palatka, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 6-3.
Beachside and Ponte Vedra, looking ahead, after both having extra time off, will shake off the cobwebs and hit the field at 7:00 p.m. on the 24th. The Sharks' pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so the Barracudas' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Palatka, they will host Crescent City at 7:00 p.m. on the 23rd.
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