September 17, 2026 | Head Coach Hayne Brant | Article by GameChanger Media

Toombs County scored four runs in the first inning Thursday and never looked back, defeating Islands 12-1 on the road.

Cyleigh Ennis opened the scoring with a two-run single, while Lindy Morris and Saige White each drove in a run to give the Bulldogs a 4-0 lead.

Toombs County added two runs in the second. Peyton Bland singled to center, an Islands error helped a run score, and Leighton Williams contributed a sacrifice fly.

The Bulldogs broke the game open with five runs on four hits in the fourth inning. White hit a two-run double, Elly Haygood and Kylah Gay followed with RBI singles, and Londyn Johnson drove in a run with a groundout. Toombs County later added one more run to finish with 12 runs on 12 hits.

Taylor Bland earned the win after allowing one hit and no runs over two innings. She struck out four and did not issue a walk. Peyton Bland worked three innings in relief, allowing three hits and one run while striking out five and walking one.

Taylor Bland, Williams, Gay and White each recorded two hits. White went 2-for-3 and led the Bulldogs with three RBIs.

Toombs County committed no errors and turned a double play.

Head Coach Hayne Brant credited the Bulldogs’ early execution and complete effort.

“We came out with great energy and attacked from the first inning. Our girls did a great job of putting pressure on them offensively, and we continued to play solid defense and pitch well. It was a complete team effort, and I’m proud of the way they stayed focused and took care of business on the road.” — Coach Brant

Toombs County returns home Monday to face Brunswick.