Tioga extended their losing streak to nine on Friday, dropping them down to 4-14-1. They lost 17-0 to the Tom Bean Tomcats. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Tomcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in March.
As for Tom Bean, the victory (which was their 12th in a row) raised their record to 13-1. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.1 runs over those games.
For Tom Bean's part, Cash Linder was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out eight over four innings pitched. Linder has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Donnie Hooten, who went 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in February of 2025. Another player making a difference was Cain Pearson, who went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
Tioga wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 6-5 loss against Honey Grove on the 7th. As for Tom Bean, they have also already played their next contest, a 20-0 victory against Savoy on the 7th.
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