Autaugaville couldn't quite beat Calhoun on Monday but the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 11-point loss they were dealt last Friday. The Autaugaville Eagles fell just short of the Calhoun Tigers by a score of 6-4. Autaugaville's defeat continues an unfortunate trend for the team, making it four in a row.
For Calhoun's part, they let Kentavius Loftin and Montravius Wright loose on the outfield. Loftin scored two runs and stole four bases while going 1-for-2, while Wright scored a run and stole five bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Loftin hasn't dropped below four stolen bases for four straight games. Another player making a difference was Ladarrius Thigpen, who went 2-for-3 with a triple, a stolen base, and an RBI.
Autaugaville's loss dropped their record down to 4-9. As for Calhoun, the victory was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 8-4.
Autaugaville will be playing at home against Verbena at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Calhoun will take on Hatch at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday. Calhoun will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak alive.
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