Buccaneers
| 03/04/25 @ Williston | 8 |
| 03/03/25 @ Columbia | 10 |
| 02/28/25 vs Madison County | 2 |
| 02/25/25 vs Middleburg | 6 |
| 02/21/25 vs Union County | 12 |
| + 2 more games |
Branford and Fort White are an even 5-5 against one another since May of 2022, but likely not for long. The Branford Buccaneers will look to defend their home field on Monday against the Fort White Indians at 7:00 p.m. Branford is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
Branford is returning home triumphant after the team finally put their road woes behind them against Williston on Tuesday. Branford walked away with an 8-4 victory over Williston.
Laila Arnold spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on three hits and racked up seven Ks.
At the plate, Jesse Frierson was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That home run was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Cloey Criggall, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Fort White unfortunately witnessed the end of their six-game winning streak on Friday. They took a 3-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of Baker County. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Indians were not able to get on the board.
Fort White also let their pitcher toss all eight innings and she was also dialed-in: Kadence Compton gave up just two earned runs on five hits and racked up ten Ks. Compton has been consistent : she hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in six consecutive appearances.
Fort White's loss dropped their record down to 6-2. As for Branford, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
The batters for both teams will have to hit smart on Monday as both have some strikeout artists on the roster. Branford has been retiring batters left and right this season, having averaged 7.3 strikeouts per game. However, it's not like Fort White struggles in that department as they've been averaging 9.6 strikeouts. Considering how easily both teams rack up Ks, the hitters on both teams better bring their A-game into this one. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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