Ashe County came out on top against Patton on Tuesday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run second inning. The Huskies took their match against the Panthers 8-3. The win was some much needed relief for the Huskies as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Gavin Eller
| 04/22/25 @ Patton | 8 |
| 04/03/25 vs West Wilkes | 5 |
| 03/10/25 vs Draughn | 5 |
| 04/29/24 vs Freedom | 5 |
| 03/28/25 @ South Caldwell | 3 |
Gavin Eller made a splash while hitting and pitching. He struck out eight batters over 6.1 innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. Those eight strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-5 with three RBI. Ashe County is undefeated when Eller posts three or more RBI, but 7-11 otherwise.
Eller wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Jordan Tibbs, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs and one RBI. Tibbs has become a key player for Ashe County: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 5-11 otherwise. Another was Alex Culver, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI.
Ashe County's record is now 10-11. As for Patton, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-11 record this season.
Ashe County will challenge East Burke at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Patton, they will host Freedom at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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