Lady Bobcats Secure First Series Win of the Season Over Bland

Lady Bobcats Secure First Series Win of the Season Over Bland
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February 18, 2026

Game One:

The Bryant & Stratton College (VA) Lady Bobcats wasted no time setting the tone against Richard Bland College scoring three runs in the bottom of the first inning. The Bobcats capitalized on early opportunities at the plate, highlighted by timely run production that gave them immediate control. After Richard Bland answered with three runs in the third to even the score, Bryant & Stratton responded with two runs in the fourth to regain momentum.

The Bobcats continued to apply pressure late, adding two more runs in the sixth to create separation and close out a 7–3 victory. Strong pitching down the stretch prevented Richard Bland from mounting another rally, allowing Bryant & Stratton to secure the win on their home field.

Emerson McAllister led the offense with a 3-for-3 performance and two stolen bases, while Evangaline Destito drove in two runs. Ava Hohenadel delivered the biggest swing of the day with a three-run home run. In the circle, Jada Kezema earned the win, allowing three runs over five innings, and Sophia Elderbaum picked up the save with two scoreless innings of relief. The Bobcats drew eight walks, turned a double play defensively, and used aggressive baserunning to maintain control throughout the contest.

Game Two:

The Lady Bobcats set the tone early against Richard Bland erupting for four runs in the bottom of the first inning. The Bobcats capitalized on timely swings and disciplined at-bats to seize control right away. After Richard Bland scratched across a run in the top half of the inning, Bryant & Stratton responded with a two-run third to extend its advantage.

The early offensive surge proved to be more than enough as the Bobcats secured a 6–1 victory. Bryant & Stratton's pitching staff settled in after the opening frame and shut down any momentum from Richard Bland the rest of the way, closing the door over the final six innings.

Berry Rosychuk powered the offense with a home run and two RBI, while Aurora Kennedy also went deep and drove in two runs. Evangaline Destito added a double and two RBI, and Mckenzye Boblitt tripled as part of the six-hit effort. In the circle, Hilary Stevenson earned the win after allowing just one run over four innings with three strikeouts. Presley Junell tossed two scoreless innings in relief, and Bryleigh Thomas added a clean seventh to finish the game. The Bobcats drew four walks, stole a base, and did not commit an error defensively.