Gainesville started off well but failed to capitalize on an early lead against Rabun Gap-Nacoochee. They came up short against the Eagles on Saturday, falling 10-2. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Red Elephants of the 12-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February of 2024.
Collins Embry made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-4. Grier Burton also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Gainesville's defeat ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-14. As for Rabun Gap-Nacoochee, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last nine matches. That's provided a massive bump to their 11-9 record this season.
Gainesville will head out to challenge Johns Creek at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Gladiators will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Red Elephants surely won't give up without a fight. As for Rabun Gap-Nacoochee, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Christ School at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Greenies have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season.
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