Elbert was handed a ten-run defeat in their previous outing, but that didn't affect their clutch gene on Friday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Sierra Grande Panthers, sneaking past 7-6.
Grant Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Smith was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Elbert let Samuel Wakeham and Samuel Cornell run wild. Wakeham went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases and two RBI, while Cornell got on base in two of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases and two runs. Those stolen bases were Cornell's first of the season. Another player making a difference was Elijah Cornell, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
Elbert's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Sierra Grande, their loss was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-4.
Looking ahead, Elbert will take on Kiowa at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Indians will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something the Bulldogs surely won't give up without a fight. As for Sierra Grande, they will face off against Dove Creek at 12:00 p.m. on Friday.
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