The Locust Fork Hornets will take on the Pennington Tigers at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
On Monday, Locust Fork didn't have quite enough to beat Pennington and fell 9-8. The Hornets haven't had much luck with the Tigers recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
For Pennington's part, Jesse Amos made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over 6.1 innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off only two hits. That's the fewest hits Amos has allowed since back in April of 2024. He was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing Three bases. while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2024.
In other batting news, Josiah Coover was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing Four bases. while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in March of 2024. Kaden Cantrell also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Locust Fork's loss dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Pennington, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-2 record this season.
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