In what's become a running theme this season, Jefferson Davis County gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. They were the clear victor by an 18-7 margin over the East Marion Eagles. The win was just what Jefferson Davis County needed coming off of a 13-0 defeat in their prior match.
For East Marion's part, Jaquez Hathorn and Kyler Collins did some serious damage despite the final result: Hathorn got on base in three of his four plate appearances with a stolen base, two RBI, and a double, while Collins scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Bentley Blansett, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with a stolen base and an RBI.
Jefferson Davis County's victory ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-5. As for East Marion, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-17 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jefferson Davis County is on the road again on Saturday to play North Forrest at 2:00 p.m. As for East Marion, they will take on Sacred Heart at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Sacred Heart will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something East Marion surely won't give up without a fight.
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