After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Laney brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Josey Eagles 19-17. The win was just what Laney needed coming off of a 15-0 defeat in their prior match.
Simeon Clark was a standout: he scored two runs and stole four bases while going 1-for-5. Another player making a difference was Jamar Thompkins, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Laney's victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-9. As for Josey, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Laney will be playing in front of their home fans against Greene County at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Josey, they will head out on the road to take on Laney at 12:00 p.m. on Friday.
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