After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Columbia, Ridgeview was happy to have turned things around on Thursday. They walked away with a 5-2 win over the Buchholz Bobcats. The Panthers' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Saige Bialek
| 02/26/26 @ Buchholz | 1 |
| 02/24/26 vs Columbia | 2 |
| 02/20/26 @ Tocoi Creek | 2 |
| 02/19/26 @ Palatka | 2 |
Saige Bialek was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over seven innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one double. That run marked the first that she has scored this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Danica Mclelland, who went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2025. Bella Jeffers also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Ridgeview's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for Buchholz, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ridgeview will welcome Bishop Snyder at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cardinals have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season. As for Buchholz, they will challenge Bartram Trail at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. This will be the Bobcats' first chance to prove their worth in the conference.
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