Buccaneers show resilience by claiming Class 1A State Champion Runners-Up title

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford High School Buccaneers showcased their regular season prowess in a decisive 13-3 victory over the Liberty County Bulldogs on Friday, May 24, in the Florida High School Athletic Association Class 1A Softball State Semifinals, cementing their eighth consecutive win. Laila Arnold (#2) was instrumental in the circle, pitching all six innings and allowing only three unearned runs on four hits. Her recent performances have been consistently strong, with no fewer than six innings pitched in her last seven appearances. Arnold's steadfast presence on the mound has been a cornerstone of the Buccaneers' success this season. Her ability t