Hardee was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 6-1 to the Riverview Sarasota Rams. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Hardee has scored all season.
Kellon Lindsey made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
On Riverview Sarasota's side, they got a great performance from Will St. Onge as he didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out six over five innings pitched. St. Onge has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive pitching appearances. Keen Newcomb relieved him and did a solid job, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
At the plate, Andrew Rhymestine was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Alastair Simonson, who scored a run while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Hardee's defeat dropped their record down to 7-5. As for Riverview Sarasota, their victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-9.
Hardee will head out on the road to face off against DeSoto County at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. DeSoto County is coming into the match with five straight losses at home, meaning Hardee will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. Riverview Sarasota will take on Venice at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Venice will roll in looking for their 13th straight victory, something Riverview Sarasota surely won't give up without a fight.
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