Strayhorn waltzed into their match on Tuesday with three straight wins... but they left with four. They put the hurt on the Hickory Flat Rebels with a sharp 17-7 win. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 28-3 on Monday.
Aiyden Saulsberry
| 04/01/25 vs Hickory Flat | 5 |
| 03/22/25 @ Tupelo Christian Prep | 1 |
| 03/21/25 @ Washington | 1 |
| 03/03/25 @ Water Valley | 1 |
| 02/28/25 vs Tupelo Christian Prep | 0 |
| 02/22/25 vs Lee Academy | 6 |
Aiyden Saulsberry made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in February. He was even better at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last eight games he's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on John-Asher Perry, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. He has become a key player for Strayhorn: the team is 4-1 when he posts at least three hits, but 4-8 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Jayden Bowen, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
Strayhorn always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .541. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Strayhorn's victory was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-9. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.7 runs on average over those games. As for Hickory Flat, they are on a 19-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-17.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Strayhorn will host Senatobia at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Hickory Flat, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Potts Camp at 7:00 p.m.
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