It's playoff time, and Jefferson Davis Academy had no trouble coming through when it counted. They came out on top against the Wardlaw Academy Patriots by a score of 11-6 on Tuesday. The win continues a trend for the Raiders in their matchups with the Patriots: they've now won seven in a row.
Landon Williams
| 04/29/25 @ Wardlaw Academy | 7 |
| 04/22/25 @ Edisto | 1 |
| 04/08/25 @ Colleton Prep Academy | 5 |
| 04/02/25 vs Holly Hill Academy | 4 |
| 03/24/25 @ Edisto | 7 |
Landon Williams was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over seven innings while giving up five earned (and one unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in March. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Payton Payne was a standout: he got on base in four of his five plate appearances with five stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Those five stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Corbin Perry was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Jefferson Davis Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Jefferson Davis Academy's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 13-7. Those road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.3 runs on average over those games. As for Wardlaw Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-14.
Coming up, Jefferson Davis Academy will venture away from home to square off against Richard Winn Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Eagles will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Raiders surely won't give up without a fight. Wardlaw Academy does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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