Wheeler County extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 4-8. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-7 heartbreaker at the hands of the Tattnall County Warriors. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Bulldogs have suffered since March 18, 2025.
As for Tattnall County, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-8. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.5 runs over those games.
For Tattnall County's part, Aiden Brock was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. Brock is becoming a predictor of the Warriors' success: when he posts at least two stolen bases the team is 3-1 (and 6-7 when he doesn't). Lane Dutton was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Wheeler County will venture away from home to face off against Treutlen at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Vikings have averaged an impressive 6.9 runs per game this season. As for Tattnall County, they will head out on the road to square off against Appling County at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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