It was a good run, but Escambia unfortunately witnessed the end of their seven-game winning streak on Friday. They fell just short of the West Florida Jaguars by a score of 7-5. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Escambia of the 7-4 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Isaac Bates was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits.
On the hitting side, Ethan Pardue was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4. The team also got some help courtesy of Jordan Luckie, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and an RBI.
On West Florida's side, Ellis Brown looked comfortable as he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Brown has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, West Florida saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ashton Bailey, who scored a run while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Jaxson Cramer, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Escambia's defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 9-3. As for West Florida, their win bumped their record up to 9-2.
Escambia will look to defend their home field on Monday against Booker T. Washington at 6:30 p.m. Escambia is facing Booker T. Washington at the right time seeing as Booker T. Washington is stuck on a five-game losing streak. As for West Florida, they will head out on the road to square off against Daphne at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The last three games West Florida has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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