Andrews was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 17-6 walloping at the hands of the Murphy Bulldogs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Andrews of the 13-10 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Monday.
For Murphy's part, they let Tommy Crapse and Adam Cook loose on the outfield. Crapse scored five runs while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances, while Cook went 3-for-4 with four RBI, a run, and a double. Another player making a difference was Zack Skogan, who scored a run while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Andrews' loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Murphy, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games, which provided a massive bump to their 4-3 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Andrews will take on Robbinsville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Robbinsville will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Andrews surely won't give up without a fight. As for Murphy, they will head out on the road to face off against Hiwassee Dam at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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