Hardee had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the seven-run drubbing they dealt DeSoto County on Friday. Hardee put the hurt on DeSoto County with a sharp 12-5 victory. The Wildcats not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since April 16, 2024.
Alexis Villegas looked comfortable as she tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive appearances.
Elida Ramirez
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At the plate, Elida Ramirez was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 4-for-4. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two). Yareli Duarte was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Hardee kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Hardee's record is now 2-6. As for DeSoto County, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-4.
Coming up, Hardee will be playing in front of their home fans against Lake Placid at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Someone's luck will take a turn for the better: Hardee has lost three straight at home , while Lake Placid has lost three on the road. As for DeSoto County, they will head out to take on Lemon Bay at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. DeSoto County's pitchers better be ready for this one: Lemon Bay has averaged an impressive 6.1 runs per game this season.
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