Bell was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They fell 9-4 to the Roosevelt Roughriders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Bell of the 6-4 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Roosevelt's part, Cash Wilson made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed three innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits (he also only allowed one walk). Wilson was even better at the plate, scoring a run and stealing five bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, Desmond Davis was a standout: he scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Davis is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Isaiah Brooks was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Bell's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Roosevelt, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 4-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bell will take on Dunbar at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. One thing working in Dunbar's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three matches. As for Roosevelt, they will be playing at home against McKinley Tech at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. If the odds can be believed, Roosevelt is looking at one of their easiest games of the year.
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