South Fork has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 3.59 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They lost 11-4 to the Martin County Tigers. The Bulldogs' loss continues a trend for the squad, making it three in a row.
South Fork got a good showing from Jackson Turull, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Turull has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in nine consecutive appearances.
At the plate, South Fork saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jason Dennis, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
South Fork's defeat dropped their record down to 11-11. As for Martin County, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-7 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. South Fork will take on Tradition Prep at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Martin County, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against John Carroll Catholic at 6:00 p.m. The last three games the Rams have played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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