McKeel Academy was handed a nine-run defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They skirted past the Inspiration Academy Lions 8-7. For the Wildcats, this counts as revenge for the 6-3 win the Lions walked away with the last time they faced one another back in March of 2025.
Chloe Lanier
| 03/13/26 vs Inspiration Academy | 4 |
| 05/07/25 @ Lemon Bay | 3 |
| 03/28/25 @ Frostproof | 3 |
| 03/14/25 vs Inspiration Academy | 3 |
| 02/18/25 vs Mulberry | 3 |
Chloe Lanier made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over eight innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in seven consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those four hits gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Isabelle Morrell was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. Kinsley Lowder also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
McKeel Academy hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Inspiration Academy struck out 13 times.
McKeel Academy's victory bumped their record up to 7-1. As for Inspiration Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-9 record this season.
McKeel Academy has already played their next game, a 6-4 loss against Auburndale on the 13th. As for Inspiration Academy, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next contest, an 8-3 defeat against Fort Meade on the 14th.
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