Hickory Flat extended their losing streak to five on Saturday, dropping them down to 2-9. They came up short against the Water Valley Blue Devils, falling 14-0. The Rebels were not able to make up for their defeat to the Blue Devils from their previous meeting back in February of 2025.
Hickory Flat saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Connor Hendricks, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one double. That double marked the first that Hendricks has hit this season.
As for Water Valley, their record is now 6-8. With that victory, they brought their scoring average up to 6.5 runs per game.
On Water Valley's side, Allen Paysinger was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Paysinger posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in February. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one home run and one double. He has become a key player for Water Valley: the team is undefeated when he posts at least one home run, but 3-8 otherwise.
In other batting news, Easton Newman was a standout: he went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Water Valley is 2-1 when Newman posts two or more runs, but 4-7 otherwise. Luke Bynum was another key player, going 2-for-4 with four RBI.
Coming up, Hickory Flat will head out on the road to face off against Ingomar at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Water Valley, they will welcome West Union at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The Blue Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 7.6 runs per game this season.
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