Lynchburg-Clay scored the most runs they've had all season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell just short of the Peebles Indians by a score of 13-11. Lynchburg-Clay was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Peebles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Peebles' part, Gage Grooms was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Grooms was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brandon Rayburn, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Wyatt Stepp, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Lynchburg-Clay dropped their record down to 4-5 with that loss, which was their third straight at home. As for Peebles, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lynchburg-Clay will take on North Adams at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Lynchburg-Clay is facing North Adams at the right time seeing as North Adams is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Peebles, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against West Union at 5:00 p.m.
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