Hoke County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-6 heartbreaker at the hands of the Union Pines Vikings. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Bucks have suffered since February 28th.
Carson Hewitt was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run while going 1-for-3. He also put up two RBI, which were his first of the season. Jayden Hollingsworth was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
Hoke County's loss dropped their record down to 2-13. As for Union Pines, with the win, they broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 4-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hoke County will host Lumberton at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Pirates' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so the Bucks' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Union Pines, they will be playing at home against Western Harnett at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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