Florala travels to Albertville for ‘Small Town Showdown’ tournament
Florala Wildcats Show Mixed Results in Recent Baseball Event
In a recent baseball showdown, the Florala Wildcats showcased their skills with mixed outcomes over three games. The Wildcats kicked off the series with an impressive 7-5 victory against 3A Lauderdale County. Dalton Jackson starred, hitting a home run that propelled the team to a 4-1 lead by the second inning. Easton Walsh also shined on the mound, allowing just one earned run while striking out 11 batters in a complete-game performance.
However, the Wildcats faced a setback in their second game, falling 8-5 to 3A Gordo. Despite leading by two runs in the seventh inning, they couldn’t capitalize on their earlier momentum. Jackson continued to make waves with three hits, including another home run, while teammates Walsh, Greyson West, and Ayden Brooks contributed two hits each. Bryan pitched 5 2/3 innings, striking out five but giving up three earned runs.
The team struggled in their final match, suffering a 9-0 defeat against 2A Bayshore Christian, with Bryan and Jacob Lara managing the only hits for Florala.
Looking ahead, the Wildcats are set to return to action on Monday, March 10, at Elba, with the first pitch scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Despite the ups and downs, the team remains optimistic as they prepare for their next challenge.
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