Sayre extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 17 on Friday, dropping their season record down to 0-11 in the process. They came up short against the Athens Wildcats, falling 14-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wildcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-1 on April 3rd.
Karter Green made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one triple and two RBI.
As for Athens, their record now sits at 10-2. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight matchups by six runs or more this season.
On Athens' side, Brady Flynn made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over six innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). Flynn has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and one stolen base. Those three runs gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Troy Rosenbloom, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and one double. That double marked the first that he has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Kamdyn Wheeler, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI and one run.
Coming up, Sayre will head out on the road to square off against Williamson at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Redskins are facing the Warriors at the right time seeing as the Warriors are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Athens, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Wellsboro at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hornets have averaged an impressive 7.7 runs per game this season.
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