Early County extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-3. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 18-2 to the Pataula Charter Academy Panthers, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Bobcats of the 18-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2024.
Early County saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lailah Means, who went 1-for-2 with one home run and two RBI.
As for Pataula Charter Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Pataula Charter Academy's side, Sophie Conner made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out six batters over 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Conner was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Those runs were her first of the season.
In other batting news, Kayleigh Berry was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Zyion Clark, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Early County will face off against Seminole County at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Pataula Charter Academy, they will challenge Marion County at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 8.6 runs per game this season.
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