Williston-Elko had lost four straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped down to 3-6 to make it five. They fell just short of the Jefferson Davis Academy Raiders by a score of 7-6. The Blue Devils were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Raiders earlier this season, when they won 18-5.
As for Jefferson Davis Academy, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted against Williston-Elko since March 20, 2017.
For Jefferson Davis Academy's part, Rynn Fickling was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). Those nine strikeouts gave Fickling a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, earning two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Esme Montejano, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2025. Abby Deering was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Looking ahead, Williston-Elko will challenge North at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Jefferson Davis Academy, they will take on Andrew Jackson Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Raiders' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Warriors have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season.
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