Orangeburg-Wilkinson came into this matchup off a tough six-run defeat last Tuesday. This time they kept things ultra-competitive, but unfortunately the final result was the same. They fell just short of the Ridge View Blazers by a score of 6-4 on Tuesday. The Bruins have struggled against the Blazers recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost meetings.
Jordan Hill was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits (and only one walk). What's more, he gave up only one walk, the fewest he's had since back in April of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing Two bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Those stolen bases marked the first that he snagged this season.
In other batting news, Donovan Hughes made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-3. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Ethan Crosby, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Orangeburg-Wilkinson's loss dropped their record down to 1-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Orangeburg-Wilkinson will head out to take on Bamberg-Ehrhardt at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Ridge View, they will hit the road for the first time this season to square off against South Pointe at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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