Ragland managed to slip by Coosa Christian the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Purple Devils lost 21-15 to the Conquerors on Friday.
Kobe Embry put in work while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off one hit. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, getting on base in five of his six plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. He also hit two doubles, marking his first of the season.
In other batting news, Mason Parker was cooking despite his team's loss, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and three runs. That home run marked the first that he has launched this season. Another player making a difference was Byron Mizzell, who got on base in four of his six plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Ragland's defeat dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Coosa Christian, their victory ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-8.
Ragland and Coosa Christian will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Purple Devils see the field they'll take on Weaver at 4:30 p.m. on the 30th. As for Coosa Christian, their break will end when they face Victory Christian at 4:30 p.m. on the 31st.
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