Lewis County hasn't had much luck against Rowan County recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The Lions will challenge the Vikings at 6:30 p.m. Lewis County has given up an average of 9.8 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Last Wednesday, Lewis County came up short against West Carter and fell 12-8.
Brody Detillion was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. He also put up a triple, which was his first of the season. Braxton Egbert was another key player, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Rowan County fell victim to Ballard and their airtight pitching crew on Thursday. They lost 13-0 to the Bruins. The Vikings have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Rowan County's defeat dropped their record down to 9-4. As for Lewis County, their loss dropped their record down to 2-7.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Lewis County has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Rowan County struggles in that department as they've been averaging 3.2 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Lewis County might still be hurting after the 17-4 defeat they got from Rowan County in their previous matchup back in March. Can the Lions avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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