Sadly, Webster County is still looking for their first win of the season after nine matches. They wound up on the wrong side of a tough 18-1 walloping at the hands of the Braxton County Eagles on Thursday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Webster County of the 15-4 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
For Braxton County's part, Braydon Helmick was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Helmick has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive pitching appearances. Helmick was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Joe Wood was a standout: he went 3-for-3 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Mathew Miller, who scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-3.
Webster County's defeat dropped their record down to 0-9. As for Braxton County, their win bumped their record up to 4-12.
While Webster County had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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