Preview: Tygarts Valley Bulldogs vs. Gilmer County Titans
The Tygarts Valley Bulldogs will be playing in front of their home fans against the Gilmer County Titans at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Gilmer County took a loss in their last game and will be looking to turn the tables on Tygarts Valley, who comes in off a win.
Tygarts Valley had to kick off their season on the road last Thursday, but they showed no ill effects. They were the clear victor by a 13-1 margin over Midland Trail.
Jaxon Drennen was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned run or hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Drennen was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Austin Teter, who scored a run while going 2-for-3. Elliot Smith was another key contributor, scoring three runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Gilmer County lost a close one when they played on Thursday but unfortunately for them the defeat they were handed on on Friday was a bit more commanding. They suffered a tough 9-2 loss at the hands of Buffalo. It was the first time this season that Gilmer County let down their fans at home.
Gilmer County also got a good showing from Kolten Holbert, who pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned run or hits (he also only allowed one walk).
On the hitting side, Colton Hall made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases.
Tygarts Valley suffered a grim 15-5 defeat to Gilmer County in their previous matchup back in April of 2023. Will Tygarts Valley have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
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