Chesapeake hadn't done well against Fairland recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The Panthers skirted past the Dragons 14-13. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Panthers have posted since March 24th.
Haylee Lafon made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and 11 unearned) runs off seven hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of her five plate appearances with one run.

Jaeden Anderson
| 04/08/26 @ Fairland | 4 |
| 04/26/25 @ Grace Christian | 3 |
| 04/07/26 vs West Carter | 1 |
| 04/06/26 vs Grace Christian | 1 |
| 04/03/26 vs Tolsia | 1 |
In other batting news, Chesapeake got a massive performance out of Jaeden Anderson, who went 2-for-5 with four stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Those four stolen bases gave Anderson a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Khloe Walters, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Chesapeake kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are 5-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Chesapeake's record now sits at 6-3. As for Fairland, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Chesapeake is set to square off against their familiar foe Ironton at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Fairland will face off against rival Dawson-Bryant at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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