Clay extended their losing streak to four on Wednesday, dropping them down to 3-8. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Orange Park Raiders. The Blue Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Raiders apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
Malia Collins
| 03/11/26 vs Orange Park | 12 |
| 03/10/26 vs Creekside | 2 |
| 03/09/26 @ Mandarin | 9 |
| 03/06/26 vs Ridgeview | 9 |
| 03/03/26 vs Palatka | 3 |
| + 6 more games |
Malia Collins spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on five hits and racked up 12 Ks. With that strong performance, she is now averaging an impressive 5.2 strikeouts per game.
On the hitting side, D'Reah Watson made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with three doubles and one RBI. Kaelye Rouw also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
As for Orange Park, their win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 9, 2025.
On Orange Park's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Jazmyn Petty gave up just two earned runs on ten hits. Petty has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Layla Petty was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases and one run. Shay Smith was another key player, going 1-for-3 with three stolen bases and one run.
Coming up, Clay will square off against Fleming Island at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Blue Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Golden Eagles have averaged an impressive 9.8 runs per game this season. As for Orange Park, they will take on St. Augustine at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Yellow Jackets have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.43 runs per game on average), something the Raiders will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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