Jefferson Davis Academy extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 4-8 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Wardlaw Academy Patriots. Raiders fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against the Patriots since on Monday.
Carrie Lynn Loadholt
| 04/28/25 vs Wardlaw Academy | 3 |
| 04/08/25 @ Colleton Prep Academy | 1 |
| 04/02/25 vs Holly Hill Academy | 1 |
| 04/01/25 @ Orangeburg Christian Academy | 2 |
Rileigh York and Carrie Lynn Loadholt did some serious damage despite the final result: York went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI, while Loadholt went 1-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs. Loadholt is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games she's played. Another player making a difference was Kinlee Ray, who got on base in two of her five plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
As for Wardlaw Academy, they pushed their record up to 7-8 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. The game was the first time they have beaten Jefferson Davis Academy on their field since May 2, 2022.
On Wardlaw Academy's side, the team relied heavily on Bailey Sturkie ( JR), who went 2-for-3 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That triple was Sturkie ( JR)'s first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Hailey Holmes (SR), who went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jefferson Davis Academy will take on Andrew Jackson Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.6 runs per game on average), something the Raiders will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Wardlaw Academy, they will challenge Northside Christian Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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