Austin suffered their biggest loss since March 7, 2024 on Friday. They lost 13-4 to the Decatur Red Raiders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Black Bears of the 8-5 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2024.
Bryant Jones was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
Jones wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Tyler Parker, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
This is the second loss in a row for Austin and nudges their season record down to 4-6. As for Decatur, their win ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-5.
Looking ahead, Austin will face off against Brewer at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Decatur, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Albertville at 11:00 a.m. Decatur is facing Albertville at the right time seeing as Albertville is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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