Jay extended their losing streak to eight on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-9. They lost 15-7 to the Fairland Owls. The Bulldogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Owls apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
As for Fairland, their victory was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 16-6. Considering they have won ten contests by more than seven runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Fairland's part, Ryan Thomure was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Thomure has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one run.
In other batting news, Carson Schertz was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 3-for-4. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Brady Kinsey, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
Jay and Fairland could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Oklahoma Rankings. The Bulldogs will square off against Siloam Springs at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday with a big rank disadvantage (251 vs. 92). Meanwhile, Fairland (ranked 140th) will meet Grove (ranked 50th) at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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