Monterey was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They came up short against the Midland Bulldogs, falling 7-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bulldogs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 14-1 two weeks ago.
Landon Hiebert
| 02/27/25 @ Midland | 8 |
| 02/21/25 @ Dumas | 5 |
| 02/14/25 @ Frenship | 5 |
Landon Hiebert was huge no matter where he played even without the win. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over six innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-3.
Hiebert wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Brent Sanders, who went 1-for-3 with one triple and one RBI. That triple was Sanders' first of the season.
Monterey's defeat dropped their record down to 1-7. As for Midland, the win keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Looking ahead, Monterey will take on Randall in a tournament on Thursday. Randall's pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so Monterey's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Midland, they will be playing at home against Abilene at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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