East Ridge had lost five straight, but after bumping their record up to 11-16 on Wednesday that streak is in the rearview. They won by a run and slipped past the Betsy Layne Bobcats 8-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Warriors have posted since April 20th.
Cole Ratliff spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered four earned (and three unearned) runs on six hits and racked up ten Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
Jayce Cantrell
| 04/07/26 @ Phelps | 4 |
| 03/26/26 vs Jenkins | 3 |
| 05/13/26 @ Betsy Layne | 2 |
| 05/01/26 @ Martin County | 2 |
| 04/27/26 vs Phelps | 2 |
| + 5 more games |
On the hitting side, Jayce Cantrell was excellent, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. He has become a key player for East Ridge: the team is 6-2 when he posts at least two runs, but 5-14 otherwise. Mason Hamilton also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
As for Betsy Layne, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 15 of their last 16 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 7-23 record this season. Bobcats fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against East Ridge since Wednesday.
On Betsy Layne's side, Caleb Akers was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. East Ridge will face off against Tug Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Warriors' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Betsy Layne, they will square off against Cordia at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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