Somerset came out on top against Casey County on Thursday thanks in part to the team's impressive nine-run fifth inning. The Briar Jumpers won by a run and slipped past the Rebels 11-10. The victory continues a trend for the Briar Jumpers in their matchups with the Rebels: they've now won nine in a row.
Caynan Sizemore
| 04/30/26 @ Casey County | 2 |
| 04/16/26 vs Rockcastle County | 2 |
| 04/06/26 @ Daviess County | 2 |
| 03/21/26 vs Tates Creek | 2 |
| 04/24/26 @ Greenwood | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
Somerset's win was truly a team effort as six different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Caynan Sizemore, who went 1-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Sizemore has become a key player for the Briar Jumpers: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 8-17 otherwise. Bryson Stevens was another, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Somerset's record now sits at 12-17. As for Casey County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 15 of their last 16 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-22 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Somerset will head out to take on Tates Creek at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Casey County, they will venture away from home to face off against McCreary Central at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Rebels' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Raiders have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season.
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