Bamberg-Ehrhardt was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a 6-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Midland Valley Mustangs. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Bamberg-Ehrhardt has scored all season.
For Midland Valley's part, Karley Bedenbaugh spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on one hit and racked up nine Ks.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Jordan Nelson, who went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. Macey Nelson was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-2.
Bamberg-Ehrhardt's loss ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 3-4. As for Midland Valley, they pushed their record up to 14-5 with that win, which was their third straight at home.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bamberg-Ehrhardt will take on South Aiken at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Midland Valley, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Pelion at 7:30 p.m. Midland Valley is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.7 runs per game this season.
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