For the second straight game, Holmes will face off against Hertford County. The Aces will head out to challenge the Bears at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The teams are on pretty different trajectories at the moment (Holmes has four straight victories, Hertford County has 17 straight losses), but none of that matters once you're on the field.
If Holmes beats Hertford County with 23 runs on Thursday, it's going to be the squad's new lucky number: they've won their past two matchups with that exact score. The Aces put the hurt on the Bears with a sharp 23-3 win on Tuesday. The result was nothing new for the Aces, who have now won nine games by ten runs or more so far this season.
Maddox Bass
| 04/29/25 vs Hertford County | 5 |
| 03/12/24 vs Manteo | 4 |
| 04/22/25 vs Northeastern | 3 |
| 04/19/24 @ First Flight | 3 |
| 04/28/25 @ Bertie | 2 |
Maddox Bass was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going a perfect 5-for-5 with five RBI, two runs, and one double. Those five hits gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Myles Cobb was incredible, going 4-for-5 with seven RBI, two triples, and three runs. He is on a roll when it comes to hits, as he's now got three or more in each of the last five games he's played. Landon Morgan was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Holmes hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in six consecutive contests.
Hertford County's defeat dropped their record down to 1-20. As for Holmes, their record now sits at 18-5.
Hertford County's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Holmes has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .471. It's a different story for Hertford County, though, as they've only averaged .319. Will they be able to contain Holmes' hitters? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other baseball content.
