Paulding County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the North Cobb Warriors. If the Patriots were looking for revenge after losing 9-2 to them when the teams met back in February of 2023, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Braden Bodnar
| 02/22/25 vs North Cobb | 2 |
| 02/18/25 @ South Paulding | 2 |
| 02/17/25 vs Hiram | 0 |
Paulding County got a good showing from Braden Bodnar, who pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Bodnar has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
At the plate, Tucker White and Jacob Clayton did some serious damage despite the final result: White went 1-for-4 with three RBI and one double, while Clayton scored a run while going 3-for-3. What's more, Clayton posted three hits, the most he's had since back in February of 2024. Tristan Acevedo also deserves some recognition as he hit his first hit of the season.
Paulding County's loss dropped their record down to 1-5. As for North Cobb, their win bumped their record up to 3-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Paulding County will square off against Kennesaw Mountain at 5:55 p.m. on Monday. As for North Cobb, they will challenge Walton at 5:55 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games North Cobb has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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