Baseball fans were treated to an exhilarating two-game matchup between the Cuero Gobblers and the Floresville Tigers on May 1 and May 3. These games were filled with heart-pounding moments, showcasing the drive of both teams.
In the first game, held on May 1 at Coastal Bend College, the Gobblers came out swinging. Eli Garrett launched a double early in the game that set the tone, while Caleb Nagel followed up with a solid hit that scored the first run. Kyle Bias then added to the excitement by bringing home Nagel, establishing a promising 2-0 lead for the Gobblers as the Tigers stepped to the plate.
However, the Floresville Tigers wasted no time in responding. A strong double to right field allowed them to score, reducing the deficit to 2-1 by the end of the first inning. The game shifted dramatically in the third inning when the Tigers tied the score with a well-placed triple between center and right field. They didn't stop there, hitting a two-run homer that pushed the score to 4-2 in favor of Floresville. Despite their efforts, the Gobblers struggled at the plate, unable to overcome the Tigers' four-run lead. The game concluded with the Gobblers losing 2-6, leaving the team to regroup ahead of the second game. The second match, originally scheduled for May 2, was postponed to May 3 due to thunderstorms, but it delivered the intensity needed to keep fans on the edge of their seats. The Tigers set the tone again, starting strong with Jaden Moreno's double that scored the first run, giving them a 1-0 lead right away. The Gobblers, however, responded with a strong defense, highlighted by stellar pitching from Eli Garrett, who was determined to keep the Tigers at bay.
