Rockbridge County extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 2-7. They came up short against the Staunton Storm, falling 18-8. The Wildcats were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Storm earlier this season, when they won 11-4.
As for Staunton, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 4-9. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Staunton's part, Zachery Hinkle made a splash while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over four innings pitched. Hinkle was also big at the plate, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Staunton let Nathan Neil and Austin Sullenger run wild. Neil went a perfect 5-for-5 with five RBI, three runs, and one double, while Sullenger went 3-for-4 with five runs, one stolen base, and one double. That's the most runs Neil has posted since back in March. Riley Cook was another key player, going 2-for-5 with three runs and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Rockbridge County will head out on the road to challenge Waynesboro at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Staunton, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Alleghany at 5:30 p.m.
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