After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Montgomery Central, Richmond was happy to have turned things around on Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Southern Lee Cavaliers 7-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Raiders have posted since March 12, 2024.
Madee Pearson made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Those hits were her first of the season. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Hayden Robinson was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with two RBI and one double. Lexi Smith also deserves some recognition as she got her first hits of the season.
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| 03/04/25 - Away | 7-5 W |
| 04/15/24 - Away | 1-16 L |
| 03/05/24 - Home | 12-7 W |
| 03/31/23 - Home | 14-7 W |
| 03/07/23 - Away | 18-3 W |
| + 2 more games |
Richmond's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Southern Lee, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 1-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Richmond will head out to challenge Pinecrest at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Southern Lee, they are taking a road trip to square off against Scotland at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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