South Eugene extended their losing streak to four on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 3-17 in the process. They came up short against the North Medford Black Tornado, falling 15-7. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Black Tornado this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in April.
Andrew Roadman was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That triple marked the first that he has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Oliver Trent, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and one double.
As for North Medford, their record is now 14-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On North Medford's side, Dominic Daffron spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered six earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits and racked up six Ks. Daffron has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Brady Pattersen was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with six RBI and one triple. Those six RBI gave him a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Easton Curtis, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and one RBI.
While South Eugene had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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