Monterey dropped their record down to 9-11 on Thursday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins on the road. They lost 18-0 to the Smith County Owls. Unfortunately, that's the third time they've come up short against the Owls this season, with their most recent defeat being a 12-2 loss last Tuesday.
Monterey saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Dylan Whitehead, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.
As for Smith County, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 15-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Smith County's side, Jacob Lapham made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Lapham has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with three runs, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Bennett Gammon was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March. Walker Hackett was another key player, going 2-for-3 with five RBI, two doubles, and one run.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Monterey will head out to take on Clay County at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Smith County, they will venture away from home to square off against Stewarts Creek at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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