Edisto came into Tuesday's contest having lost five straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They were the clear victor by a 14-6 margin over the Hampton County Hurricanes on Tuesday. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for the Cougars considering their two-run performance the matchup before.
Bennie Ulmer was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Ulmer was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing Three bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Ryder Bingham and Michael Myers did most of the damage at the plate: Bingham scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4, while Myers scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. That's the most runs Bingham has posted since back in March of 2024. Another player making a difference was Grady Bearden, who scored two runs and stole Two bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Edisto always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .600. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hampton County only posted an OBP of .364.
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| 03/11/25 - Home | 14-6 W |
| 03/22/24 - Away | 9-3 W |
| 03/19/24 - Home | 11-1 W |
| 04/12/22 - Away | 12-3 W |
| 03/25/21 - Away | 12-2 W |
| + 3 more games |
Edisto's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Hampton County, they are on a 12-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Edisto will welcome Williston-Elko at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Hampton County, they will challenge Edisto at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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