Zeigler-Royalton had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They never let the Vienna Eagles onto the board and left with a 5-0 victory on Thursday. That's more bragging rights for Zeigler-Royalton, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Scout Hudgens made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. Hudgens has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than nine strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Hudgens was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and a double.
Hudgens wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Landen Butler, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Peyton Foster was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Zeigler-Royalton's win bumped their record up to 20-4. As for Vienna, their loss dropped their record down to 13-13.
Zeigler-Royalton will head out on the road to challenge Pope County at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Vienna, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Frankfort at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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