East Hickman County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They lost 14-4 to the Harpeth Indians. The result was an unpleasant reminder to East Hickman County of the 12-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
Brody Walker made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Even though they lost, East Hickman County was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
On Harpeth's side, Landen Perry made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits (and only one walk). Perry has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Perry was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Harpeth got a big performance out of Hudson Ealy, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Michael Matheson, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, a stolen base, and a double.
East Hickman County's loss dropped their record down to 3-20. As for Harpeth, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 19-7.
As of now, neither East Hickman County nor Harpeth have any future games scheduled.
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