West Carter's game on Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Menifee County Wildcats by a score of 5-1. That's more bragging rights for West Carter, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Tabor Tackett was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only one hit while striking out 14 over seven innings pitched. Tackett has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive pitching appearances. Tackett was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brody Boggs, who went 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs.
West Carter's victory bumped their record up to 8-13. As for Menifee County, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-15.
West Carter will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Greenup County at 12:00 p.m. As for Menifee County, they will head out on the road to face off against Fleming County at 5:45 p.m. on Monday.
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