Pike Road won the last time they faced Russell County and things went their way on Friday too. The Patriots blew past the Warriors 15-7. The win was some much needed relief for the Patriots as it spelled an end to their six-game losing streak.
Anna Williams spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and five unearned) runs on three hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances.
Ava Milton
| 04/04/25 @ Russell County | 2 |
| 03/07/25 vs Hatton | 1 |
| 02/21/25 vs Autauga Academy | 1 |
| 02/17/25 vs Prattville | 1 |
| 04/12/24 @ Brantley | 1 |
On the hitting side, Pike Road got a massive performance out of Ava Milton, who went 4-for-5 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. The dominant performance also gave Milton a new career-high in doubles (two). Addison Belyeu was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-4.
Pike Road was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .400. They are 7-1 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Pike Road's victory bumped their record up to 11-18. As for Russell County, they dropped their record down to 2-16 with the loss, which was their 11th straight at home.
Coming up, Pike Road will be taking part in a tournament against Dale County at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Warriors' pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so the Patriots' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Russell County, they will head out to square off against Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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