While Richland's victory against Pelahatchie wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Richland Rangers had just enough and edged out the Pelahatchie Chiefs 9-8. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Rangers have posted since February 20, 2024.
Christopher Bobbitt was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over four innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season.
In other batting news, Richland let Caleb Hudson and Bryce Shows run wild. Hudson went a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI, while Shows scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Shows is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played. Cormarion Brent was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Rangers
| 03/08/25 vs Pelahatchie | 40.7% |
| 03/07/25 @ Raymond | 31.8% |
| 03/01/25 vs Pisgah | 25.9% |
| 02/28/25 @ Central Hinds Academy | 15.8% |
Richland was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .407. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their batting average total in four consecutive games.
Richland picked up their first home victory, bumping their record up to 2-4. As for Pelahatchie, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-9.
Coming up, Richland will look to defend their home field on Monday against Lake at 3:00 p.m. Lake will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Richland surely won't give up without a fight. As for Pelahatchie, they will take on Independence at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
