Thoreau was not able to break out of their rough patch in Wednesday's second game as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 17-7 walloping at the hands of the Tohatchi Cougars. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Thoreau of the 5-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture in Wednesday's first game.
For Tohatchi's part, Micah Gruber was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over four innings pitched. Gruber was also big at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Amir Woodie, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-5. Another player making a difference was Xavier Begay, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his eight plate appearances.
Thoreau's defeat dropped their record down to 1-9. As for Tohatchi, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-7.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Thoreau will take on Laguna Acoma at 3:00 p.m. in Friday's first game. Laguna Acoma will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Thoreau surely won't give up without a fight. As for Tohatchi, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Navajo Prep at 3:00 p.m. in Tuesday's first game.
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