Saturday just wasn't the day for Alexander's offense. They fell 5-0 to the East Paulding Raiders on Saturday. The Cougars were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Raiders earlier this season, when they won 9-8.
Alexander got a good showing from Jayden Whittlesey, who tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Whittlesey has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in six consecutive appearances.
Alexander's loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 11-17. As for East Paulding, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 17-14.
Coming up, Alexander will face off against Troup County at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Tigers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them. East Paulding does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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