In what's become a running theme this season, Harpeth gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. They blew past the McGavock Raiders 15-4. For Harpeth, this counts as revenge for the 5-4 defeat McGavock walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2023.
Hudson Clark was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over five innings while giving up four earned runs off five hits. Clark has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Clark was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other pitching news, James Cathey looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
Back at the plate, Landen Perry was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Hayden Penrod was another key contributor, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with a home run and two RBI.
Harpeth's victory bumped their record up to 7-3. As for McGavock, their loss dropped their record down to 3-3.
Harpeth will head out on the road to challenge Hume-Fogg at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Hume-Fogg is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 8.6 runs per game this season. As for McGavock, they will be playing at home against Hunters Lane at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. McGavock is facing Hunters Lane at the right time seeing as Hunters Lane is stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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