There's no place like home for Walton, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Altha Wildcats 4-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Braves have posted since April 2, 2024.
Raina Pitts
| 02/13/25 vs Altha | 18 |
| 04/30/24 vs Pensacola Catholic | 16 |
| 04/22/24 vs Ponce De Leon | 11 |
| 02/29/24 @ Crestview | 11 |
| 04/01/24 vs Baker | 10 |
Raina Pitts spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on four hits and racked up 18 Ks. Those 18 strikeouts gave her a new career-high.
On the hitting side, Mackenzie Peels was excellent, scoring a run while going 2-for-2.
The win got Walton back to even at 1-1. As for Altha, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 1-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Walton will host Cottondale at 6:30 p.m. on February 21st. As for Altha, they will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Wewahitchka at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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