Gilmer was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They suffered a tough 10-1 loss at the hands of the Center Roughriders. Gilmer was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Center apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Center's part, Logan Horton made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out six over 6.2 innings pitched. Horton has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Horton was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a triple and two RBI.
In other batting news, Sutton Link was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Easton Wulf, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3.
Gilmer's loss dropped their record down to 2-11. As for Center, their victory bumped their record up to 3-10-1.
Gilmer will look to defend their home field on Friday against Henderson at 7:00 p.m. Henderson's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Gilmer's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Center, they will head out on the road to take on Carthage at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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