Bridgeport was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their 11th straight loss. They fell just short of the Jefferson County Christian Royals by a score of 7-6. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Bridgeport of the 8-5 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
Avery Jackson was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 1-for-2. DANNY GOFF was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
On Jefferson County Christian's side, Lee Gump was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. Gump was even better at the plate, scoring a run and stealing three bases while going 2-for-5. He has been hot recently, having posted three or more stolen bases the last three times he's played.
In other batting news, Wyatt Hervey was incredible, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Carson Duvall, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 1-for-4.
Bridgeport's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Jefferson County Christian, the victory got them back to even at 3-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bridgeport will square off against Beallsville at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Beallsville is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.4 runs per game this season. As for Jefferson County Christian, they will head out on the road to challenge Leetonia at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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