Williamson hadn't done well against Blount recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Lions walked away with a 7-3 win over the Leopards. This was payback for the Lions, who suffered a 10-5 loss the last time these two teams met.
Jonathan Johnson spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up 16 Ks. He also tossed a walk, which is notable because Williamson is undefeated when he allows at most two walks, but 4-9 otherwise.
Tyler Gaines
| 04/04/25 @ Blount | 3 |
| 03/25/25 vs Parker | 2 |
| 03/22/25 @ LeFlore | 2 |
| 03/21/25 @ Escambia County | 2 |
| 04/02/25 vs Monroe County | 1 |
At the plate, Tyler Gaines was excellent, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances. He is becoming a predictor of Williamson's success: when he posts at least two stolen bases the team is undefeated (and 3-9 when he doesn't). Oneal Thomas was another key player, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
Williamson's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-9. As for Blount, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 8-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Williamson will square off against McIntosh at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Demons have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 14.9 runs per game on average), something the Lions will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Blount, they will challenge Vigor at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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