Meridian was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They lost 21-11 to the Shelbyville Rams. One positive for Meridian, at least, is that this was the most points they've scored all season.
For Shelbyville's part, Rhyatt Walker was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Walker was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Chase Wells was a standout: he went 3-for-3 with a home run, four runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Myles Hammond, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI.
Meridian's loss dropped their record down to 1-15. As for Shelbyville, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight contests, which provided a massive bump to their 14-8 record this season.
Meridian will look to defend their home field on Monday against Tuscola at 4:30 p.m. Tuscola and Meridian are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads. As for Shelbyville, they will head out on the road to challenge North Clay/Clay City at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Shelbyville is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.
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