Holgate was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Patrick Henry Patriots. The Tigers lost against the Patriots in their previous head to head back in May of 2025, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 29-6 score last time.
Zack Boecker
| 05/09/26 @ Patrick Henry | 2 |
| 04/30/26 @ Montpelier | 2 |
| 04/23/26 vs Hilltop | 0 |
| 04/21/26 @ Pettisville | 2 |
| 04/14/26 @ North Central | 2 |
Zack Boecker put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI.
In other batting news, Grady Hoffer made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and two RBI. Those doubles marked the first that he has hit this season.
Holgate now has a losing record of 8-9. As for Patrick Henry, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-4-1 record this season.
Holgate will host Continental at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Pirates have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.26 runs per game on average), something the Tigers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Patrick Henry, they are taking a road trip to square off against Ottawa-Glandorf at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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