Hub City Spartanburgers defeat Bowling Green Hot Rods 8-7

The Hub City Spartanburgers defeated the Bowling Green Hot Rods with a final score of 8-7 on Friday night at Bowling Green Ballpark.

The Spartanburgers established an early lead, scoring six runs through the fourth inning against Hot Rods starting pitcher Jack Kartsonas, highlighted by a three-run home run from Maxton Martin. A solo home run by Casey Cook in the seventh inning extended the Spartanburgers' lead to 8-1.

The Hot Rods attempted a late-game comeback, scoring six unanswered runs in the seventh, eighth, and ninth innings. Despite the rally, the Spartanburgers maintained their advantage to secure the victory.