Sumter extended their losing streak to four on Saturday, dropping them down to 7-7. They came up short against the Dutch Fork Silver Foxes, falling 10-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Gamecocks have suffered since April 4, 2025.
As for Dutch Fork, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 9-8 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.8 runs over those games.
For Dutch Fork's part, Banks Head tossed a big game, pitching six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Head has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Raleigh Salters was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Dutch Fork is 5-2 when Salters posts two or more runs, but 4-6 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Blake Splittgerber, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Coming up, Sumter will challenge Gray Collegiate Academy at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The Gamecocks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the War Eagles have averaged an impressive 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Dutch Fork, they will take on Dreher in a tournament on Monday. The Blue Devils have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.27 runs per game on average), something the Silver Foxes will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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