Manatees Finish as State Runner Up

Versus FSCJ 4/30

SCF's offense did most of its damage with the long ball, as Bree Urban and Kaitlyn Shea each went deep to account for three of the team's four runs. Urban finished with a two-run homer and also added a sacrifice fly, while Shea delivered a solo shot as part of a 1-for-2 performance.

A'Lana Martinez set the table at the top of the lineup, going 2-for-3 with a double and scoring twice, while Cailinne Kelly added a key RBI single and finished with two hits. Kierstyn Aumua also contributed a double as SCF produced seven hits and capitalized on its limited opportunities against FSCJ starter Alexis Laura.

Florida State College at Jacksonville struggled to generate offense, managing just two hits on the day. Zoe Pascoe recorded one of those hits and scored a run, while pinch hitter Lauren Enicks delivered both RBIs on a late two-run hit that accounted for FSCJ's only offense.

In the circle, Dava Hoffer delivered a standout performance for SCF despite battling control issues. The right-hander went the distance, allowing just two hits and two unearned runs while striking out three. She worked around six walks and a hit-by-pitch to keep FSCJ from mounting any sustained threat.

Alexis Laura kept FSCJ within reach with a complete-game effort of her own, allowing four runs on seven hits while striking out four.

Versus St. John's 5/1

SCF produced 10 hits and showed plenty of offensive balance, led by Kaylin Smith, who delivered a standout performance with a 2-for-3 day, including a two-run home run and three RBIs. Jamie Sepsick also drove in a run, while Bree Urban and Cailinne Kelly each added RBI singles to keep the Manatees in striking distance throughout.

A'Lana Martinez set the table at the top of the lineup with a sacrifice bunt and a run scored, while Brooke-Lynn Hilderbrand collected two hits and crossed the plate. Baylie Dorr added a pinch-hit single as SCF consistently put runners on base, though they left six runners stranded.

St. Johns River answered with a powerful offensive showing of its own, recording seven runs on seven hits, including home runs from Crimson Lawrence and Isabel Lewis. Lawrence finished with two RBIs and also contributed in the circle, while Lewis drove in two runs and reached base multiple times.

The difference came in plate discipline, as St. Johns River drew nine walks, including key free passes that extended innings and set up scoring opportunities. Gemma Fusco and Jenelle Cruz also played key roles, each driving in runs and scoring as part of the Lady Vikings' balanced attack.

In the circle, Allison Cole battled through 6.2 innings for SCF, allowing seven runs (six earned) on seven hits while striking out three. She was undone largely by nine walks and two home runs allowed, which proved costly in a game decided by one run.

Crimson Lawrence earned the win for St. Johns River after working 6.1 innings, allowing five earned runs while striking out five. Emma Shipley provided key relief to help close out the final outs.

Versus FSCJ 5/1

SCF's offense erupted for 17 hits and 15 runs, led by a monster day from A'Lana Martinez, who went 3-for-6 with a home run, three RBIs, and three runs scored. Bree Urban also powered the attack, finishing 4-for-6 with a double, three RBIs, and multiple extra-base contributions. In the middle of the order, Kaylin Smith added two hits, three RBIs, and two walks, while Kierstyn Aumua chipped in two hits, two RBIs, and a pair of extra-base impacts. Additional run production came from Cailinne Kelly, Jamie Sepsick, Kaitlyn Shea, and Baylie Dorr, helping SCF consistently extend innings and capitalize on free passes.

Florida State College at Jacksonville showed brief offensive resistance, highlighted by Zoe Pascoe, who homered and drove in both runs for her team. Taylor Burton added two hits, while Lindsey Randall contributed an RBI. Peyton Studt, Riley Page, and Lauren Enicks also reached base, but the lineup was limited against SCF pitching.

In the circle, Allison Cole delivered a complete-game effort, allowing just six hits and two runs while limiting damage despite some defensive miscues behind her. For FSCJ, both Shea Thompson and Lily Bennett were unable to slow SCF's lineup, as the offense consistently strung together hits and capitalized on free bases.

Championship Game Versus St. John's 5/2

A'Lana Martinez led the way with a home run and three RBIs, setting the tone in the middle of the order. Bree Urban added two hits and an RBI, while Kiersten Aumua, Cailinne Kelly, Baylie Dorr, and Kaitlyn Shea each contributed key singles or run production to keep SCF within striking distance. Kaylin Smith added a run scored and executed a sacrifice bunt in a game that required constant small-ball pressure alongside extra-base hits.

St. Johns River State responded with a power surge that ultimately decided the game. Three home runs powered the offense, including a big night from Madison Driggers, who drove in three runs, and long balls from Emma Shipley and Isabel Lewis. Jenelle Cruz and Crimson Lawrence also reached multiple times, while Juliet Fogel and Sarah Stewart added timely RBI contributions to keep momentum on their side.

Pitching proved the difference in key moments. SCF starter Dava Hoffer battled through six innings but allowed three home runs and multiple free passes as St. Johns River State capitalized on scoring opportunities. A brief relief appearance by Allison Cole saw additional damage in a difficult final frame. On the other side, Emma Shipley worked through six innings for St. Johns River State, allowing six runs but holding SCF just long enough for her lineup to maintain the lead before Gabrielle Cruz closed it out.