South Johnston and Lee County squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but South Johnston had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Lee County Yellow Jackets by a score of 4-3. South Johnston just can't catch a break and has now endured three defeats in a row.
For Lee County's part, Blane McDonald looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. McDonald has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Blake Carlyle and BJ Brown did most of the damage at the plate: Carlyle went 1-for-2 with two RBI and a double, while Brown scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Luke Sheets, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
South Johnston's loss dropped their record down to 12-11. As for Lee County, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 19-9.
South Johnston does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Lee County, they will square off against South Brunswick on Friday.
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