Dugger Union extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-11. They lost 13-0 to the Vincennes Rivet Patriots. If the Bulldogs were looking for revenge after losing 9-1 to the Patriots when the teams met back in May of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Vincennes Rivet, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 16-7. The result was nothing new for the Patriots, who have now won eight games by six runs or more so far this season.
For Vincennes Rivet's part, Brody (Bo) Shots was a major factor no matter where he played. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Shots has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Layne Willis was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Max Weiss, who got on base in two of his three plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Dugger Union and Vincennes Rivet are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Bulldogs will square off against North Central at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Vincennes Rivet, they will be taking part in a tournament against Mitchell at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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