Tates Creek had lost three straight at home, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 12-16 to make it four. They fell just short of the North Laurel Jaguars by a score of 6-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Jaguars this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 4-3 back in March.
Tates Creek got a good showing from Gable Hart, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Furthermore, Hart didn't allow a single walk, the first time he has blanked an opponent since back in April.
At the plate, Austin McGaughey was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Aaron Hobson, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
As for North Laurel, the victory was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 17-12. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.7 runs on average over those games.
On North Laurel's side, Cam Hinkle made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Hinkle has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of his four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Hinkle wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Carter Kelley, who went 1-for-4 with one run and one double.
Tates Creek does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for North Laurel, they will head out on the road to square off against Harlan County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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