Pike County won the last time they faced Daleville, and things went their way in Friday's second game too. The Pike County Bulldogs walked away with a 9-4 victory over the Daleville Warhawks. The win made it back-to-back victories for Pike County.
Michael Gabel was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over 4.1 innings pitched. Gabel has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Gabel was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Keldon Singleton was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, a triple, and two RBI. Ben Patterson was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Daleville's side, they saw one different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Ruben Garcia, who went 2-for-5 with two stolen bases.
Pike County's win bumped their record up to 3-15. As for Daleville, they have not been sharp recently as the team has lost nine of their last 12 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season.
Pike County will be playing at home against Elba at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Pike County is out to stop a seven-game streak of losses at home. As for Daleville, they will head out on the road to square off against Jesus Chapel at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Jesus Chapel will roll in looking for their 33rd straight victory, something Daleville surely won't give up without a fight.
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