Ayden - Grifton dropped to 12-2 on Saturday, ending the team's 18-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They lost 13-3 to the Hunt Warriors. The pitching woes were uncharacteristic for the Chargers, who until this matchup were averaging 2.79 runs allowed.
Davis Brinson made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and fired off two home runs and three RBI while going 2-for-3. Those home runs were his first of the season.
As for Hunt, the victory (which was their seventh in a row) raised their record to 11-2. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.1 runs over those games.
On Hunt's side, Trevor Moore made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off five hits (and not a single walk). Moore has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2025.
In other batting news, Mattox McKeel was incredible, going 4-for-5 with one home run and three runs. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March. Angel Saldona was another key player, going 3-for-5 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Coming up, Ayden - Grifton will look to defend their home field on Monday against Whiteville at 6:00 p.m. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Chargers 2.8, the Wolfpack 3.9) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Hunt, they will challenge First Colonial at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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