Gholson was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. Their tough 16-6 loss to the Oglesby Tigers might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Gholson of the 12-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March.
Hunter Nors was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while going 2-for-2.
Even though they lost, Gholson was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .409. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Oglesby only posted a batting average of .231.
On Oglesby's side, Hunter Walter and Jakson Tippitt did most of the damage at the plate: Walter went 3-for-4 with six RBI, three runs, and a triple, while Tippitt scored three runs and stole four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Dylan Hooker was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
Gholson's loss dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Oglesby, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 8-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gholson will take on Jonesboro at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Oglesby, they will be playing at home against Meridian at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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