Cumberland County had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Oakdale Eagles 6-4. This was payback for Cumberland County, who suffered a 3-2 loss the last time these two teams met.
Aaron Miniard looked comfortable as he pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits.
At the plate, Cumberland County's victory was truly a team effort as six different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Brodee Mathes, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
On Oakdale's side, they got a good showing from Bryson Cox, who tossed 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit.
Cumberland County's win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-11. As for Oakdale, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 13-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cumberland County will take on DeKalb County at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Oakdale, they will head out on the road to challenge Oliver Springs at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Oliver Springs and Oakdale are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
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