Fleming extended their losing streak to 15 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-16. They lost 15-0 to the Lord Botetourt Cavaliers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cavaliers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-4 back in April.
As for Lord Botetourt, they pushed their record up to 11-8 with the win, which was their third straight on the road. That 15-run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
For Lord Botetourt's part, Brady Kish made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Kish has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. He has become a key player for Lord Botetourt: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 5-8 otherwise.
In other pitching news, Garrett Lonker looked comfortable as he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Jairdan Pennix, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Jackson Crenshaw, who went 2-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Fleming will challenge Franklin County at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Lord Botetourt, they will take on Salem at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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