Green County managed to slip by Boyle County the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Dragons came up short against the Rebels on Saturday, falling 12-6. The pitching woes were uncharacteristic for the Dragons, who until this contest were averaging 3.96 runs allowed.
Cash Jones put in work while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. That's the fewest hits he has allowed over his last three games. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Jones wasn't the only one making solid contact as eight players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Andrew Houk, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run. Another was Ty Bonta, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two RBI.
Green County's loss dropped their record down to 16-9. As for Boyle County, the win was the seventh in a row for them, bringing their record up to 23-4.
Looking ahead, Green County will take on Taylor County at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Dragons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cardinals have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Boyle County, they will be playing at home against Scott County at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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