The Dewar Dragons experienced both ends of the emotional spectrum this week, suffering a tough late-inning loss to the Valliant Bulldogs before responding with a strong, composed victory over the Coweta Tigers a day later.
The two-game stretch showcased the Dragons’ pitching depth and resilience, as Dewar rebounded quickly following a narrow defeat to secure a 4-2 win and regain momentum heading into their next home contest.
— Late error proves costly in loss to Valliant Wednesday’s matchup against the Valliant Bulldogs turned into a pitcher’s duel, with both teams delivering standout performances on the mound. Unfortunately for Dewar, a late miscue proved to be the difference in a 2-1 loss.
The game remained tight throughout, with neither team able to generate much offensive momentum. Dewar broke the scoreless tie in the top of the fourth inning when Ayden Been executed a sacrifice bunt that brought home the game’s first run, giving the Dragons a 1-0 advantage.
Valliant answered in the bottom of the sixth inning, capitalizing on a key opportunity. Landyn Howard delivered an RBI single to right field, and a Dewar error during the same sequence allowed the go-ahead run to cross the plate, shifting the score to 2-1.
That would be all the Bulldogs needed.
Dewar’s pitching was sharp despite the loss. Cooper McGee turned in an impressive outing, tossing six innings while allowing just five hits and two runs – only one earned. The righthander struck out eight batters and did not issue a walk, keeping Valliant’s lineup in check for most of the evening.
However, Valliant pitcher Brody Dorries was equally dominant. He went the distance, scattering just two hits and one run across seven innings while striking out 12 and walking five, effectively stifling the Dewar offense.
At the plate, Dewar managed just two hits, with Tanner Wilson and Stoney Yaerger accounting for one apiece. Been led the Dragons with their lone RBI.
Valliant’s offense was balanced, with Cameron Jones, Dorries, Auzy Trapp, Howard and Rowen Gee each recording a hit. Howard led the Bulldogs with an RBI, finishing 1-for-2. Defensively, Valliant was flawless, committing no errors, while Jakobi Newsome led the team with eight defensive chances.
— Dragons respond with complete effort in win over Coweta Dewar wasted little time shaking off the tough loss, returning to the field last Thursday with renewed focus and securing a 4-2 victory over the Coweta Tigers.
The Dragons once again struck early, manufacturing a run in the first inning. Ayden Been continued his productive week by laying down another sacrifice bunt, bringing home the game’s first run and setting the tone for Dewar’s offense.
From there, the Dragons relied on a combination of strong pitching and timely hitting to maintain control.
Stoney Yaerger got the start on the mound and delivered a dominant performance, throwing four scoreless innings without allowing a hit. He struck out six and walked two, effectively neutralizing Coweta’s lineup.
Dewar’s bullpen preserved the lead, with Tanner Wilson and Traber Jones providing relief appearances to help secure the win.
Offensively, Yaerger also led the way at the plate, going 2-for-4 to pace the Dragons’ six-hit effort. Been added another RBI, continuing his role as a key contributor in clutch situations.
The Dragons also flashed solid defense, turning a double play to halt a Coweta rally.
Coweta showed patience at the plate, drawing six walks as a team. Alex Crawford led the Tigers offensively with two RBIs, going 1-for-2 from the three-hole spot. Cruz Morton added two walks in the effort, but the Tigers were unable to overcome Dewar’s pitching and timely execution.
— Looking Ahead
With the split, Dewar demonstrated both its ability to compete in tight, low-scoring games and its resilience in bouncing back quickly from adversity.
The Dragons will look to build on Thursday’s win as they returned home Tuesday to face the Stuart Hornets.
