PREP SOFTBALL: Early blunders cost Suwannee in loss to West Nassau in Region 1-3A quarterfinals

West Nassau’s Lauren Rosepiler beats a throw to Suwannee shortstop Rachel Smith at second base during Wednesday’s Region 1-3A quarterfinal. (PAUL BUCHANAN/Special to the Reporter)
West Nassau’s Lauren Rosepiler beats a throw to Suwannee shortstop Rachel Smith at second base during Wednesday’s Region 1-3A quarterfinal. (PAUL BUCHANAN/Special to the Reporter)

LIVE OAK — Facing a team with a potent offense, Suwannee’s ace Gracie Watley generally kept West Nassau’s bats in check, especially in the late innings, finishing with nine strikeouts against one walk…