Recap: Russell County Lakers vs. Monroe County Falcons
Russell County can now show off three landslide victories after their most recent match on Thursday. They blew past the Monroe County Falcons 17-6. While fans of Russell County might be used to big wins, the 11-run margin marked the team's biggest victory yet this season.
Austin Bartrug looked comfortable as he struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits.
At the plate, Mayes Gosser was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs. Carter Stapp was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 4-for-4.
Russell County's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Monroe County, their defeat was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Russell County will take on Wayne County at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Russell County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12.5 runs per game this season. As for Monroe County, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Glasgow at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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