Clayton proved they can win big two weeks ago (they won by 15) and on Tuesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 6-5 victory over the Garner Trojans. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Comets have posted since March 18th.
Izzy Tart
| 04/22/25 @ Garner | 14 |
| 04/09/25 vs Willow Spring | 15 |
| 04/03/25 vs Cleveland | 7 |
| 03/27/25 @ Fuquay - Varina | 6 |
| 03/25/25 @ Corinth Holders | 9 |
| + 6 more games |
Izzy Tart spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up 14 Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Delaney Maynard was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Jenny Clement, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one RBI.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Clayton kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in three consecutive games.
Clayton's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-5. As for Garner, the defeat snapped their winning streak at four games and leaves them with a 12-6 record.
Looking ahead, Clayton will head out to square off against South Johnston at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Garner, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Fuquay - Varina at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bengals have averaged an impressive 10.2 runs per game this season.
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