Purvis won the last time they faced South Jones and things went their way on Monday too. The Purvis Tornadoes blew past the South Jones Braves 12-4. Considering the Tornadoes have won three matches by more than seven runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Kade Lawler
| 02/17/25 vs South Jones | 4 |
| 02/13/25 vs Ocean Springs | 3 |
| 02/10/25 @ Wayne County | 1 |
| 05/11/24 vs Sumrall | 2 |
| 05/05/24 @ Columbia | 3 |
| + 2 more games |
Kade Lawler looked comfortable as he tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. What's more, he also posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March of 2024.
On the hitting side, Ethan Walker was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He also stolen a stolen base, marking his first of the season. Cannon Turner was another key player, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
The victory made it two in a row for Purvis and bumps their season record up to 3-1. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.5 runs over those games. As for South Jones, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Looking ahead, Purvis is taking a road trip to take on Seminary at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Purvis' pitching crew has only allowed 2.5 runs per game this season, so Seminary's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for South Jones, they will be playing at home against Northeast Jones at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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