Lyons, GA. – August 13, 2024 | Coach Hayne Brant

Casey Cantwell delivered a standout performance on Monday, driving in five runs on two hits to lead the Toombs County Varsity Bulldogs to a commanding 13-2 win over Calvary Day. Cantwell’s key moments included a three-run home run in the sixth inning and a two-run single in the fifth, helping to seal the victory.

The Bulldogs started strong, getting on the scoreboard in the second inning when Brinley Miller singled to drive in a run. However, a fielding error by Toombs County allowed Calvary Day to tie the game at 1-1 in the bottom of the inning.

Calvary Day briefly took the lead in the third inning when a Cavalier singled to bring in a run, making it 2-1. The Lady Dawgs turned the game around in the fifth inning, scoring six runs on five hits to take a 7-2 lead, with Cantwell’s two-run single being the highlight.

In the sixth inning, the Bulldogs extended their lead with an additional six runs on seven hits. Nora Grace Mercer singled to bring in a run, and Cantwell crushed a three-run homer to left field. Giana Hamlin also contributed with an RBI single, and Mercer drew a walk that brought in another run.

Shay Stringer earned the win for the Bulldogs, allowing no runs and just two hits over two innings, while striking out five. Cantwell started the game, pitching four innings and giving up four hits and two runs (one earned) while striking out six and walking one.

The Bulldogs’ offense was firing on all cylinders, amassing 16 hits. Emerson Powell led the team with three hits in four at-bats, demonstrating the depth of the lineup. Aniston Powell and Brinley Miller also had multiple hits, contributing to the offensive onslaught.

The Toombs County Varsity Bulldogs will be back in action today, Tuesday, August 13th at home and will be facing off against Savannah Christian. Game starts at 6 PM. Be sure to make plans to come out and support our Lady Bulldog Softball team!