
Raiders
03/20/25 vs Jefferson County | 19 |
02/27/25 vs Rutherford | 15 |
02/25/25 vs FAMU DRS | 15 |
02/18/25 @ Rutherford | 10 |
04/10/25 @ Hamilton County | 6 |
Rickards's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They were the clear victors by an 11-5 margin over the Hamilton County Trojans. The Raiders might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six matchups by six runs or more this season.
Shanyia Holmes spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned runs on eight hits and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, Arriana Wilson and Zamiah Palmer did most of the damage at the plate: Wilson scored three runs and stole four bases while going 1-for-3, while Palmer scored four runs while going 3-for-3. That's the most stolen bases Wilson has posted since back in February. Another player making a difference was Sheyenne Holmes, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
The victory snapped Rickards' losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 7-9 record. As for Hamilton County, their defeat was their sixth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 4-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rickards will venture away from home to square off against Jefferson County at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Raiders are facing the Tigers at the right time seeing as the Tigers are stuck on a ten-game losing streak. As for Hamilton County, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Raines at 6:00 p.m. on the 22nd.
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