Alto was not able to break out of their rough patch in Friday's second game as the team picked up their third straight loss. They suffered a rough 20-6 defeat at the hands of the Groveton Indians. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Alto of the 16-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture in Friday's first game.
For Groveton's part, JACKSON CATHEY made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). CATHEY was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, BRODY THORNTON and TY TORREGROSA did most of the damage at the plate: THORNTON scored two runs while going 2-for-5, while TORREGROSA scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. TORREGROSA is trending in the right direction, as he's improved his point production for three straight games. JACK SULLIVAN was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Alto's defeat dropped their record down to 3-12-2. As for Groveton, they are on a roll lately: they've won 12 of their last 14 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 18-5 record this season.
Alto does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Groveton, they will head out on the road to square off against Douglass at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Groveton is coming into the game hot, having won their last nine games.
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