Campbell County had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against the Hancock County Indians on Friday as they made off with an 8-1 win. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 10-0 two weeks ago.
Eli Lawson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single hit and allowed only one earned run while striking out six over 4.2 innings pitched. He also allowed no hits, which is notable because Campbell County is 3-1 when he allows at most two hits, but 2-9 otherwise. Lawson was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
Dylan Ford
| 04/04/25 @ Hancock County | 3 |
| 03/07/25 vs Austin-East | 2 |
| 03/22/25 vs Hancock County | 1 |
| 03/21/25 vs Apostolic Christian Academy | 1 |
| 03/14/25 vs Morristown-Hamblen East | 1 |
In other batting news, Dylan Ford was a standout: he scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Riley Gunter was another key player, scoring a run and stealing four bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Campbell County picked up their first road victory, bumping their record up to 5-10. As for Hancock County, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-8.
Coming up, Campbell County will head out to challenge Jellico at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Cougars are facing the Blue Devils at the right time seeing as the Blue Devils are stuck on a ten-game losing streak. As for Hancock County, they will be playing at home against Cosby at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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