Mize has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 3.85 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They came up short against the Sumrall Bobcats, falling 16-6. The loss continues a trend for the Bulldogs in their meetings with the Bobcats: they've now lost seven in a row.
Holder Mcalpin made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Josiah Ainsworth also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Mize's defeat dropped their record down to 18-8. As for Sumrall, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 19-7.
Coming up, Mize will be playing in front of their home fans against Bay Springs at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Sumrall does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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