The Tift County Blue Devils baseball team suffered their seventh consecutive loss, falling 4-1 to the No. 6 Lowndes Vikings. Despite the defeat, head coach Greg Williams emphasized growth, particularly from sophomore pitcher Davis Kunes, who threw seven innings and struck out six batters. Kunes had a strong performance despite giving up a home run early, while the Blue Devils struggled offensively against Lowndes鈥� ace pitcher Matthew Kerrigan. The team's lone run came from a solo home run by Carter McMahan, but they ultimately couldn't keep up with the Vikings' scoring surge in the sixth inning.

By the Numbers
  • Davis Kunes pitched 7 innings, with 6 strikeouts and 111 total pitches.
  • Matthew Kerrigan struck out 9 batters and allowed only 2 hits in 6 innings.
State of Play
  • The Blue Devils currently hold a record of 5-12, with 2-8 in Region play.
  • Upcoming doubleheader against Lowndes is scheduled for March 27, 2026.
What's Next

The Blue Devils aim to improve their performance in an upcoming doubleheader at Lowndes, focusing on sustaining solid pitching and offensive execution. Coach Williams hopes the team can build on Kunes' progress and minimize mistakes in the field.

Bottom Line

Despite the current losing streak, Tift County is showing signs of improvement, particularly in pitching, as they prepare for a critical series against Lowndes. The team needs to capitalize on this growth to turn the tide in their upcoming games.