Godby is 8-0-1 against FAMU DRS since February of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Wednesday. The Godby Cougars will head out on the road to face off against the FAMU DRS Baby Rattlers at 4:00 p.m. FAMU DRS took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Godby, who comes in off a win.
Even though Gadsden County scored an imposing ten runs on Monday, Godby still came out on top. Godby won by a run and slipped past Gadsden County 11-10. The win was just what Godby needed coming off of a 17-2 defeat in their prior game.
Jaylen Roque made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Roque was even better at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Evans Franco, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5. Another player making a difference was Martin Crawford, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, FAMU DRS was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They suffered a rough 9-1 defeat at the hands of St. John Paul II.
Godby's victory bumped their record up to 4-5. As for FAMU DRS, their loss dropped their record down to 5-3.
Wednesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Godby has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .450. However, it's not like FAMU DRS struggles in that department as they've averaged .562. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Godby skirted past FAMU DRS 8-7 in their previous matchup back in March of 2023. The rematch might be a little tougher for Godby since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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