Hicksville came out on top against Holgate on Thursday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run seventh inning. The Aces took their match against the Tigers 8-3.
Parker Bassett
| 04/21/25 @ Edon | 3 |
| 04/10/25 @ Ayersville | 3 |
| 05/08/25 @ Holgate | 2 |
| 04/29/25 @ Tinora | 2 |
| 04/28/25 @ Hilltop | 2 |
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Parker Bassett was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits. Bassett was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. He is becoming a predictor of Hicksville's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 4-1 (and 2-4 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Eli Lawrence, who went 1-for-2 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. Brant Langham was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Hicksville now has a winning record of 6-5. As for Holgate, their loss was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 4-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hicksville will host Montpelier at 5:00 p.m. on the 16th. As for Holgate, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Patrick Henry at 11:00 a.m.
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