Goochland took a ten-run defeat the last time they faced off against Orange County, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Bulldogs had just enough and edged out the Fighting Hornets 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Bulldogs have posted against the Fighting Hornets since May 17, 2022.
Mollie Pickeral
| 05/14/26 vs Orange County | 13 |
| 05/13/26 @ Monticello | 9 |
| 05/07/26 vs Louisa County | 10 |
| 05/05/26 vs Albemarle | 9 |
| 05/04/26 vs Fluvanna County | 6 |
| + 6 more games |
Mollie Pickeral spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ryleigh Shapiro was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Goochland's victory bumped their record up to 10-11. As for Orange County, they moved to 17-5 with that loss, which also ended their five-game winning streak.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Goochland is set to square off against their familiar foe Charlottesville at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Orange County will face off against rival Monticello at 6:30 p.m. on Monday.
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