South had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 2-9 to make it eight. They took a 16-13 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Marion-Franklin Red Devils. The Bulldogs were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Red Devils earlier this season, when they won 17-7.
Kellin Campbell and Ovanti Dennis did some serious damage despite the final result: Campbell went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs, while Dennis went 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Campbell also put up two doubles, which were his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Justin Davis, Jr., who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
As for Marion-Franklin, they now have a winning record of 6-5. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous matchup.
On Marion-Franklin's side, they got a massive performance out of Eddie Martinez, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases, one triple, and one run. The team also got some help courtesy of Tony Jared, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Coming up, South is taking a road trip to face off against Briggs at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Marion-Franklin, they will welcome Walnut Ridge at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Red Devils are facing the Scots at the right time seeing as the Scots are stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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