The Laurel Gators beat the Harding Skippers 12-9 on Monday. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Gators.

Brooke Barragate
| 04/06/26 @ Harding | 14 |
| 03/31/26 @ Aquinas | 7 |
| 03/30/26 @ Chagrin Falls | 5 |
Brooke Barragate was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with five stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Kemy Cistone was a standout: she went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Ellie Greenwalt was another key player, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with five stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Laurel always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .578. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Harding only posted an OBP of .429.
Laurel now has a winning record of 2-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Laurel will look to takes advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they takes on Western Reserve Academy at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Harding, they will take on Cardinal at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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