Birthday Girl “Stokes the Fire” as Lady Bulldogs Take Round 1
During the first round of the region 3-AA tournament, Harlem High School junior Lindsey Stokes belted a three-run home run and a grand slam in her first two plate appearances of the opening game, sparking a 22-0 Harlem victory over East Laurens. And the Lady Bulldogs followed up the impressive game one rout with an 18-2 victory in the second half of Wednesday's double header.
The big start to the post season made a big day even more special for Harlem's slugger, who was celebrating her 17th birthday. “It’s the best birthday present I could get,” said Stokes in reference to her offensive performance.
And the Bulldogs' pitching was impressive as well. Freshman phenom Amber Garret shut out the Lady Falcons in game 1, and lefty Kristin Rawlins followed with an impressive game 2 performance, giving up only two runs.
East Laurens kept game 2 close after the first inning, scoring two runs in the bottom half to cut Harlem’s four-run lead to two. But similar to game one, Harlem quickly pulled away and won the game in three innings due to the "mercy rule."
Harlem will host Screven County in the Region 3-AA Championship Wednesday at 4 P.M. in another best of three series. Game 2 of the double header is scheduled for 6 P.M. If necessary, game 3 is scheduled for Thursday at 5 P.M.
Wednesday's game will be broadcast live by Player360. The game can be viewed at NetCastSports.com and Player360.org.
Harlem vs East Laurens Game 1 Highlights
Harlem vs East Laurens Game 2 Highlights
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