The Falkner Eagles will venture away from home to face off against the Hickory Flat Rebels at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Falkner has given up an average of 8.5 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Falkner lost 13-3 to Pine Grove on Tuesday. The Eagles have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Colee Stroupe made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jonah Fisher, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base and one run.
Meanwhile, Tuesday just wasn't the day for Hickory Flat's offense. They came up short against New Site on Tuesday, falling 12-0. The game marked the first time this year in which the Rebels were not able to get on the board.
Hickory Flat's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Falkner, their defeat dropped their record down to 7-4.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Falkner has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 6.3 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Hickory Flat struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 6 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Falkner got the 'W' in their previous matchup two weeks ago against Hickory Flat by a conclusive 12-2 score. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Eagles since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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