In what's become a running theme this season, Escambia gave their fans yet another huge victory on Wednesday. Everything went their way against the Booker T. Washington Wildcats as the Escambia Gators made off with a 19-2 win. The victory was just what Escambia needed coming off of a 15-0 defeat in their prior match.
Madelynn Ladner made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Ladner was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
In other batting news, Laney Moss was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Madison Degnan, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3.
On Booker T. Washington's side, they saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Zy Brantley, who went 1-for-2 with a double and an RBI.
Escambia's win bumped their record up to 4-5. As for Booker T. Washington, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Escambia will take on Pine Forest at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Booker T. Washington, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Lighthouse Private Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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