Baker was the 5-1 winner over Saraland when they last played one another back in April of 2025, but their luck changed this time around. The Hornets might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 3-2 to the Spartans, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The Hornets have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
MADISON SMITH
| 03/03/26 @ Saraland | 1 |
| 02/27/26 vs Spanish Fort | 0 |
| 02/27/26 vs Faith Academy | 1 |
| 02/26/26 @ George County | 2 |
MADISON SMITH was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. She struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one home run and two RBI. Those RBI were her first of the season.
SMITH wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was REBECCA SMITH, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one double.
Baker now has a losing record of 4-5-1. As for Saraland, they pushed their record up to 7-2 with the victory, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season.
Looking ahead, Baker will square off against Bryant at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Hurricanes have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.7 runs per game on average), something the Hornets will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Saraland, they will take on Mary G. Montgomery at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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