Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask South Aiken). They were the clear victor by an 18-10 margin over the Brookland-Cayce Bearcats on Wednesday. The high-scoring effort was just what the Thoroughbreds needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
Skyler Gray was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She tossed 4.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and six unearned) runs off five hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-4. That run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, Rebecca Walker was incredible, scoring three runs while going 4-for-4. She also brought in two RBI, marking her first of the season. Adaline Allen was another key player, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4.
South Aiken kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Thoroughbreds
| 03/12/25 @ Brookland-Cayce | 18-10 |
| 03/11/25 vs Irmo | 0-12 |
| 03/08/25 vs Dutch Fork | 8-7 |
| 03/07/25 @ White Knoll | 3-14 |
| 03/07/25 vs Dorman | 1-6 |
South Aiken's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-4. As for Brookland-Cayce, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Coming up, South Aiken will head out to face off against Irmo at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Brookland-Cayce, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Midland Valley at 7:00 p.m.
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