Festus extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 12-6-1 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 1-0 heartbreaker at the hands of the Hillsboro Hawks. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Hawks apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Hillsboro, the win got them back to even at 9-9. The victory was some much needed relief for they as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
For Hillsboro's part, not much got past Jackson Marks, who gave up just a hit and racked up eight Ks to keep Festus off the board. Marks also tossed a walk, which is notable because the Hawks are 2-1 when he allows at most one walk, but 7-8 otherwise.
At the plate, Hillsboro secured the win behind a pair of hitters. One of them was Riley Wallace, who went 1-for-2 with one run.
While Festus had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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