Bland County extended their losing streak to ten on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 1-11 in the process. They came up short against the George Wythe Maroons, falling 20-11. Even if the Bears couldn't come away with the victory, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
As for George Wythe, their win ended a 13-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-7-1. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For George Wythe's part, Cade Bralley was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Bralley was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. George Wythe is 3-1 when Bralley posts three or more hits, but 0-6-1 otherwise.
In other batting news, Caden Golliher was a standout: he got on base in five of his six plate appearances with three stolen bases, five runs, and one RBI. Cam Skeens was another key player, getting on base in four of his six plate appearances with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base.
Bland County and George Wythe could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Virginia Rankings. The Bears will take on Mount View at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday with a big rank disadvantage (363 vs. 96). Meanwhile, George Wythe (ranked 319th) will meet Auburn (ranked 28th) at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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