Weekend Softball Action Recap Across Tampa Bay
Thursday Rewind
Steinbrenner 3, Land O’ Lakes 2
Steinbrenner defeated Land O’ Lakes in a close matchup on Thursday, with key performances from Jaila Mitchell and Avery Derenches.
Mitchell was a standout player for Land O’ Lakes, going 1-for-3 with a double, two runs scored, and a walk. For Steinbrenner, Derenches delivered in the clutch with two RBIs on a 1-for-3 day at the plate.
Other notable contributors for Steinbrenner included Jenna Fortenberry, who reached base three times and showcased her speed with three stolen bases, and the pitching staff led by Lilly Patton and Ava Driscoll.
Riverview 6, Durant 5
Riverview staged a comeback to defeat Durant, with Juliet Sederio and Brooklyn Girard leading the offensive charge.
Sederio went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and a double, while Girard contributed timely hitting with a double, two runs scored, and two RBIs. The Sharks’ aggressive baserunning and pitching strength were key factors in the victory.
Sunlake 6, Cypress Creek 1
Sunlake dominated Cypress Creek with a strong offensive performance led by McKinzie Smith and solid pitching from the Seahawks’ staff.
Smith went 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI, while the pitching trio of Sydney Walker, Emily Ward, and Madison Siders limited Cypress Creek to just three hits in the game.
Calvary Christian 7, Inspiration Academy 1
Calvary Christian emerged victorious over Inspiration Academy with a five-run fourth inning and standout performances from Rylee Vigue and Emma Bell.
Vigue had a triple, two runs scored, and three RBIs, while Bell contributed with a double and an RBI. The Warriors’ aggressive baserunning and strong pitching from Morgen Talley sealed the win.
Bloomingdale 7, Wharton 5
Bloomingdale outlasted Wharton with a consistent offensive attack led by Natalie Cable and a strong pitching performance from Skyler Alvarez.
Cable’s perfect 3-for-3 performance with three doubles and three runs scored stood out, while Alvarez worked five innings and allowed just two runs to secure the win.
Plant 8, Sickles 6
Plant secured a close victory over Sickles with a four-run seventh inning, highlighted by strong performances from Shelise Johnson and Audrey Perkins.
Johnson’s 2-for-4 performance with a triple and two RBIs, along with Perkins’ two hits and three RBIs, were crucial in the win. Defensive struggles and aggressive baserunning characterized the game.
Sumner 5, Alonso 2
Sumner maintained control throughout the game against Alonso, with key contributions from Karlee Salisbury and strong pitching from Aliyanis Stubbs and Riley Wine.
Salisbury, Wine, and Emma Smith played pivotal roles in the Stingrays’ offensive and defensive efforts, securing the win for Sumner.
Friday Rewind
East Lake 7, Middleburg 1
East Lake’s strong pitching and power hitting led them to victory over Middleburg, with standout performances from Lucy Mondok and Khloe Roberts.
Mondok’s all-around dominance and Roberts’ offensive contributions were key factors in the Eagles’ win. The pitching staff and solid defense played a crucial role in the victory.
East Lake 13, Oakleaf 0
East Lake’s dominant performance against Oakleaf was highlighted by Lucy Mondok’s stellar pitching and offensive firepower.
With a near-perfect day at the plate and a strong pitching performance, Mondok led the Eagles to victory over Oakleaf. The team’s balanced offensive attack and solid defense sealed the win.
Calvary Christian 9, Crystal River 1
Calvary Christian’s offensive prowess and pitching strength powered them to a win over Crystal River, with Julia Tamulski and Alexis Camilleri leading the charge.
Tamulski’s perfect 4-for-4 performance and Camilleri’s contributions at the plate and on the basepaths played a crucial role in the Warriors’ victory. Strong pitching from Morgan Spinner sealed the win for Calvary Christian.
Fivay 2, Central 0
Fivay secured a close victory over