Dyersburg's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the South Gibson Hornets, sneaking past 5-3. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 2-1 two weeks ago.
Izzie Odom spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three runs (all of which were unearned) on eight hits.
Murphy Mae Morgan
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On the hitting side, Dyersburg let Avery Hicks and Murphy Mae Morgan run wild. Hicks went 2-for-4 with one triple and one RBI, while Morgan went 2-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Those two hits gave Morgan a new career-high. Chelby Jordan was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
Dyersburg hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least four batters in three consecutive contests.
Dyersburg moved to 6-9 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for South Gibson, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-10 record this season.
Dyersburg will take on Obion County at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for South Gibson, they will face off against Adamsville at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Hornets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cardinals have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season.
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