Laurel had lost three straight at home, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 2-4 to make it four. They lost 15-0 to the North Pike Jaguars. Having soared to a lofty 21 runs in the game before, the Golden Tornadoes' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
As for North Pike, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 7-4-1. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For North Pike's part, Grayson Reeves made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Reeves has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
In other pitching news, Brennan Boleware looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, North Pike got a massive performance out of Qua'Darrius Dyson, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Those two hits gave Dyson a new career-high. Dakota Farmer also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Coming up, Laurel will square off against Hattiesburg at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. North Pike will be paying especially close attention to the Golden Tornadoes' contest: after the Golden Tornadoes face off against the Tigers, they'll take on North Pike again at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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