Jay took a six-run defeat the last time they faced off against West Florida, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Royals had just enough and edged out the Jaguars 8-7 on Thursday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Royals.
Bryson Morris made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs.
Nick Baxley
| 04/09/26 vs West Florida | 4 |
| 03/27/26 vs West Florida Baptist Academy | 2 |
| 02/25/26 vs W.S. Neal | 2 |
| 03/25/25 @ Milton | 2 |
| 03/06/25 vs Northview | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Nick Baxley, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with four RBI. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Jax Lowery was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs.
Jay's record is now 13-6. As for West Florida, with the loss, they broke their five-game winning streak and moved their record to 16-6.
Jay does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for West Florida, they will venture away from home to take on Gulf Breeze at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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