04/08/25 - Away | 10-4 W |
04/02/24 - Home | 12-21 L |
04/04/23 - Away | 13-1 W |
04/05/22 - Home | 6-0 W |
04/06/21 - Away | 0-4 L |
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Macon made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Palmyra, but they still couldn't quite topple them. The Tigers put the hurt on the Panthers with a sharp 10-4 victory on Tuesday. Considering the Tigers' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Hagan Ritter made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over 6.1 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Ritter was also big at the plate, going 2-for-5 with one stolen base and one RBI.
In other batting news, Macon got a massive performance out of Ryder Lewis, who scored a run while going 4-for-5. Emerson Young also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Macon kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Palmyra only managed seven hits.
Macon's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-6. As for Palmyra, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Macon will take on Hallsville at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Palmyra, they will face off against Mendon Unity at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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