Dawson-Bryant was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Chesapeake Panthers. The Hornets were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Panthers earlier this season, when they won 15-5.
Karder Keaton made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI. Leland McKnight also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Dawson-Bryant's defeat dropped their record down to 5-10. As for Chesapeake, their win bumped their record up to 8-11.
Coming up, Dawson-Bryant will square off against Ironton at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Hornets' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Fighting Tigers have averaged an impressive 6.3 runs per game this season. As for Chesapeake, they will take on Gallia Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Blue Devils' pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so the Panthers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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