South Pittsburg was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Sequatchie County Indians. The Pirates were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Indians apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Bailey Fults
| 03/18/25 @ Sequatchie County | 2 |
| 03/13/25 vs Polk County | 1 |
| 03/08/25 vs Chattanooga Central | 0 |
| 03/03/25 vs Hixson | 2 |
Bailey Fults was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 6.2 innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off eight hits. He 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, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Alex Phillips made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Jace Stone was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
South Pittsburg's defeat dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Sequatchie County, the win snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-3 record.
While South Pittsburg had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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