Baseball Recap: Fleming Comes Up Short

Fleming extended their losing streak to 12 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-13. They lost 18-2 to the William Byrd Terriers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Terriers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 27-1 back in April.

As for William Byrd, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a massive bump to their 8-9 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.0 runs over those games.

For William Byrd's part, Hudson Cain made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Cain also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because William Byrd is 2-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 6-8 otherwise. Cain was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Those three hits gave him a new career-high.

In other pitching news, Tyler Harris looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has become a key player for William Byrd: the team is 2-1 when he allows at most two hits, but 6-8 otherwise.

Back at the plate, Chase Daugherty was a standout: he went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Those two hits gave him a new career-high. Tate Kotz was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Fleming will challenge Northside at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for William Byrd, they will take on Lord Botetourt at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Terriers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cavaliers have averaged an impressive 8.6 runs per game this season.