Sadly, Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine is still looking for their first win of the season after eight games. Their rough 14-1 defeat to the Robinson Maroons on Thursday might stick with them for a while. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine of the 4-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Robinson's part, Graysen Brown tossed a big game, striking out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. Brown has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Derek Steward, who scored two runs while going 3-for-3. Gunner Hoalt was another key contributor, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two RBI and a double.
Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine's defeat dropped their record down to 0-8. As for Robinson, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matches, which provided a nice bump to their 7-3 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine will take on Richland County at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Richland County is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.6 runs per game this season. As for Robinson, they will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Red Hill at 4:30 p.m.
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