Patrick Henry was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 9-6 to the Richlands Blue Tornado. The Rebels were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Blue Tornado earlier this season, when they won 8-3.
Trajan Cannon
Trajan Cannon was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He tossed 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Patrick Henry is 2-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-3 otherwise. Cannon was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
In other batting news, Alex Brown made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-4. Carter Brown also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Patrick Henry now has a losing record of 3-4. As for Richlands, their record is now 2-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Patrick Henry will take on Chilhowie at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Warriors will roll in looking for their sixth straight win, something the Rebels surely won't give up without a fight. As for Richlands, they will challenge Virginia High at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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