Houston County won the last time they faced Abbeville and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Lions put the hurt on the Yellowjackets with a sharp 16-1 victory. Considering the Lions' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Nolan Fair was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Houston County is 3-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 7-10 otherwise. Fair was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. What's more, he posted two RBI, the most he's had since back in February.
Clay Hand
| 03/03/25 vs Daleville | 4 |
| 02/28/25 vs Chattahoochee County | 3 |
| 04/08/25 vs Abbeville | 2 |
| 02/18/25 @ Ashford | 2 |
In other batting news, Houston County let Clay Hand and Hunter Rowland run wild. Hand went 1-for-2 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base, while Rowland scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-2. Houston County is 3-1 when Hand posts two or more runs, but 7-10 otherwise. Isaiah Strickland also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Houston County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Abbeville only managed two hits.
The win snapped Houston County's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 10-11 record. As for Abbeville, their loss dropped their record down to 1-11.
Looking ahead, Houston County will head out to take on Ashford at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Abbeville, they will be playing at home against Emmanuel Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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