Glenns Ferry was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell just short of the Challis Vikings by a score of 6-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Glenns Ferry of the 13-5 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
Blake Chafin made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. He has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last three times he's played. Bryce Sterling was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
On Challis' side, Brayden Ollar was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. Ollar was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Ollar wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jacen Farr, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Glenns Ferry now has a losing record at 5-6. As for Challis, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 10-2.
Glenns Ferry didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 12-0 defeat vs. Gooding on the 13th. Challis has also already played their next contest, a 5-5 draw against Wendell on the 13th.
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