Tipton extended their losing streak to five on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 3-12 in the process. They came up short against the Clinton Prairie Gophers, falling 8-0. The Blue Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Gophers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
As for Clinton Prairie, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-3. The result was nothing new for the Gophers, who have now won six matchups by eight runs or more so far this season.
For Clinton Prairie's part, Alex King made a splash while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit over five innings pitched. King has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI.
In other batting news, Luke Harshbarger and Elijah Edwards did most of the damage at the plate: Harshbarger went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Edwards went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs Edwards has posted since back in May of 2024. Ben Schlicher was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Tipton will head out to face off against Tri-Central at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Clinton Prairie, they will venture away from home to square off against Lafayette Central Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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