Baseball Recap: Dickson's Losing Streak Snapped at Nine Games

Dickson can bid farewell to their nine-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Thursday. Everything went their way against the Wynnewood Savages as the Dickson Comets made off with a 12-0 victory. For the Comets, this counts as revenge for the 5-2 win the Savages walked away with the last time they faced one another back in April of 2023.

Cade McKeown was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). McKeown was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while going 1-for-2.

In other batting news, Kobey Hillis was incredible, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Austin Hart was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing Three bases. while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.

Dickson always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .680. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Wynnewood only posted an OBP of .182.

Dickson's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Wynnewood, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-2.

Looking ahead, Dickson will square off against Marlow at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Wynnewood will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Lexington at 1:00 p.m. on March 18th.