Cleburne County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They lost 11-1 to the Central of Clay County Volunteers. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since March 14, 2024, but that streak is no more.
Cleburne County saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Claire Humphries, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one double. That double marked the first that Humphries hit this season.
Cleburne County's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Central of Clay County, their win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought as Cleburne County Tigers challenge Saks Wildcats at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Cleburne County has given up an average of 10 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week. As for Central of Clay County, they will be taking part in a tournament against Weaver at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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