Choctaws
| 04/06/26 @ Shelby County | 5-7 |
| 03/31/26 vs Pelham | 5-1 |
| 03/30/26 @ Holt | 20-0 |
| 03/30/26 @ Holt | 19-0 |
| 03/19/26 @ West Blocton | 1-8 |
Bibb County dropped down to 5-18 on Monday, ending the team's three-game streak of wins. They fell just short of the Shelby County Wildcats by a score of 7-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Choctaws have suffered since March 7th.
As for Shelby County, they pushed their record up to 11-2 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.5 runs over those games.
For Shelby County's part, Brooklyn Richardson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on two hits and racked up 19 Ks. Richardson has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in six consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Kaydence Connell was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 3-for-4. Those two home runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Danslen Connell, who went 3-for-4 with two triples and two runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Bibb County will challenge American Christian Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Shelby County, they will square off against Comer at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Tigers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.57 runs per game on average), something the Wildcats will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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