Humphreys County kicked off their season on the road on Monday and hit a couple of potholes. They fell just short of the Clarksdale Wildcats by a score of 7-5. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it four in a row.
Xaylen Henderson put in work while hitting and pitching. He pitched five innings while giving up four earned runs off four hits. Henderson was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing four bases while going 1-for-3. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Percy Jefferson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in February of 2024. Javion Hughes was another key player, getting on base in two of his three plate appearances with three stolen bases.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Humphreys County will look to take advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they take on Manchester Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Clarksdale, they will host Bayou Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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