The Green River Pirates came up short against the Altamont Longhorns on Tuesday, falling 15-5.
Green River saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Skyler Davis, who went a perfect 3-for-3 while logging 1 stolen base, 1 RBI, and 1 run. The three hits were his most since at least August 5th last year, when he had three vs. Altamont.
On Altamont's side, the team relied heavily on Gage Bird, who went 2-for-3 while posting 1 home run, 5 RBIs, and 3 runs. The five RBIs were his most since at least August 4th last year, when he brought in five vs. Green River. Another player making a difference was Asa Fisher, who went a perfect 3-for-3 while posting 2 stolen bases, 2 RBIs, and 2 runs.
Green River has been struggling for a while as they've lost 21 of their last 24 contests, dating back to last year. That leaves them at a 2-13 record this season. Admittedly, the team was facing some tough opposition over that stretch, including 4-0 Panguitch and 6-0 Bryce Valley (their opponents had an average overall winning percentage of 78.5% over those games). As for Altamont, they have been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 11 games. That run has powered them to an 11-4 record this season.
Green River will take on Tintic at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Altamont, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Maeser Prep Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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