Saluda extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 10-7 in the process. They lost 8-2 to the Batesburg-Leesville Panthers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 8-5 on Tuesday.
As for Batesburg-Leesville, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-4-1 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.5 runs over those games.
For Batesburg-Leesville's part, Braydon Hallman was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off six hits. Hallman has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Jack Bouknight was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one double. Those three hits gave him a new career-high. John Sawyer was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Saluda will venture away from home to square off against Ninety Six at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Batesburg-Leesville, they will head out to face off against Aiken at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Panthers are facing the Fighting Green Hornets at the right time seeing as the Fighting Green Hornets are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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