Yantis fought the good fight in their extra-innings matchup against Cumby on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They took a 9-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Cumby Trojans. It was the first time this season that Yantis let down their fans at home.
Aiden Cason was huge while hitting and pitching even without the win. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over 3.2 innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. Cason has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Cason was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, CJ Madison was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Even though they lost, Yantis didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with 17 strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Cumby only tossed 12.
Like Yantis, Cumby also got a great game from a two-way player: Channing Herman. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Herman was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jace Evans, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and a triple. Another player making a difference was Caleb Morgan, who got on base in two of his three plate appearances with three stolen bases.
Yantis' loss dropped their record down to 4-7-2. As for Cumby, their victory bumped their record up to 5-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Yantis will take on Miller Grove at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Cumby, they will head out on the road to face off against Alba-Golden at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Alba-Golden will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something Cumby surely won't give up without a fight.
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