While Escambia's victory against Central wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Gators skirted past the Jaguars 5-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Gators have posted since March 7th.

Madelynn Ladner
04/04/25 vs Central | 9 |
04/02/25 vs Pine Forest | 11 |
03/25/25 @ Pine Forest | 9 |
03/13/25 @ Pensacola Catholic | 7 |
Madelynn Ladner was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off ten hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Amber Markham, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Escambia has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-5 record this season. The team dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 10 runs. As for Central, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-6.
Coming up, Escambia will welcome Elberta at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Central, they will head out on the road to face off against Baker at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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