Blount was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their ninth straight defeat. They fell victim to a rough 17-7 loss at the hands of the Escambia County Blue Devils. Blount was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Escambia County apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
Nicolas Scott made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole six bases. Bailey James was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
On Escambia County's side, Jamarion Robinson made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out ten batters over 4.1 innings while giving up four earned runs off four hits. Robinson was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-3 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last five games he's played.
In other batting news, Dallas Owens was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Lebron Willis, who scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Blount's loss dropped their record down to 1-9. As for Escambia County, their victory ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-10.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Blount will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Vigor at 3:30 p.m. As for Escambia County, they will challenge Hillcrest at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Escambia County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
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