Adair County's game on Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They never let the Metcalfe County Hornets get on the board and left with an 8-0 victory. The win continues a trend for the Indians in their matchups with the Hornets: they've now won seven in a row.
The result came thanks to Jasper Kemp's shutout, as he gave up just five hits and racked up eight Ks. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances.
Bryce Russell
| 04/13/26 vs Green County | 2 |
| 04/02/26 vs Hazard | 2 |
| 04/24/26 vs Metcalfe County | 1 |
| 04/23/26 vs Campbellsville | 1 |
| 04/16/26 vs Clinton County | 1 |
| + 1 more games |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Bryce Russell, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of Adair County's success: when he posts at least one home run the team is 4-2 (and 9-11 when he doesn't).
The victory got Adair County back to even at 13-13. As for Metcalfe County, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-11.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Adair County will take on Hart County at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Metcalfe County, they will square off against Clinton County at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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