Smithfield-Selma can finally bid farewell to their four-game losing streak thanks to their game on Saturday. They skirted past the Southeast Raleigh Bulldogs 13-11. Smithfield-Selma's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Andrew Hartman was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over four innings while giving up two earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Hartman was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Smithfield-Selma let Cayden Gregory and Aaron Rodriguez loose on the outfield. Gregory scored two runs and stole four bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances, while Rodriguez scored two runs and stole three bases while going 1-for-3.
On Southeast Raleigh's side, Troy Scott was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing five bases while going 4-for-4. Jadon Jones was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4.
Smithfield-Selma's victory bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Southeast Raleigh, their loss was their 13th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-5.
Smithfield-Selma will be playing in front of their home fans against Hunt at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hunt will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last. As for Southeast Raleigh, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Willow Spring at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games Willow Spring has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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