The Gilman City Hawks will challenge the Putnam County Midgets at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Pattonsburg hit Gilman City with a five-run sixth inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Hawks lost 12-6 to the Panthers. The Hawks haven't had much luck with the Panthers recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
| 10/02/25 vs Pattonsburg | 4 |
| 09/30/25 @ Grundy County | 3 |
| 09/25/25 @ Mercer | 1 |
Khloey Sperry made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases and three runs. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Caitlynn Chalfant was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Putnam County came up short against Highland on Monday, falling 9-3. That's two games in a row now that the Midgets have lost by exactly six runs.
Rory Gilworth spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and eight unearned) runs on five hits and racked up six Ks.
Gilman City's loss dropped their record down to 8-4. As for Putnam County, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-11.
Gilman City's speedy runners might be the difference in Tuesday's matchup. The Hawks have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 5.8 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Putnam County, though, as they've been averaging only 1 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Gilman City continue to outrun the ball?
Gilman City couldn't quite get it done against Putnam County in their previous matchup back in October of 2024 as they fell 7-3. Will the Hawks have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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