Buffalo Gap was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Wilson Memorial Hornets. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hornets this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-1 on Tuesday.
Dalton Coffey
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Dalton Coffey put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off eight hits (and only one walk). He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-5 with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Brandon Argenbrite made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-5 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Another player making a difference was Wyatt Swisher, who went 2-for-5 with two RBI and one double.
Buffalo Gap's defeat dropped their record down to 6-8. As for Wilson Memorial, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-2 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Buffalo Gap will take on Riverheads at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Gladiators' pitching crew has only allowed 2.4 runs per game this season, so the Bison's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Wilson Memorial, they will square off against Fluvanna County at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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