Hutto had to endure an eight-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 5-3 victory over the Vista Ridge Rangers on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Hippos have posted since March 29th.
Jackson Reed
| 04/17/25 @ Vista Ridge | 5 |
| 04/11/25 @ Vandegrift | 1 |
| 04/04/25 vs Round Rock | 2 |
| 03/29/25 @ Round Rock Westwood | 4 |
| 03/11/25 vs Cedar Ridge | 1 |
| 03/06/25 vs Stratford | 6 |
Hutto got a great performance from Jackson Reed as he tossed 5.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off four hits. What's more, Reed posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March.
On the hitting side, Michael Elquist was excellent, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two RBI and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Aidan Eierdam, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and one RBI.
Hutto's victory bumped their record up to 9-18. As for Vista Ridge, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-16 record this season.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Hutto is set to face off against their familiar foe McNeil at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Vista Ridge will square off against rival Round Rock Westwood at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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