Apopka had lost four straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped down to 0-2 to make it five. They fell 4-1 to the Eustis Panthers. The Blue Darters were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2024.
Jez Hamrick made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run.
As for Eustis, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 11.0 runs this season.
On Eustis' side, the team relied heavily on Braeden Barnes, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Coincidentally, Apopka and Eustis will both be playing Lake Minneola the next time they take the field. The Blue Darters will head out to face the Hawks at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, while the Panthers will host them at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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