Baseball Recap: Aurora Has No Trouble Against Cassville

Aurora had to skate by with only a one-run margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the six-run drubbing they dealt Cassville on Wednesday. The Houn Dawgs put the hurt on the Wildcats with a sharp 11-5 win. The victory continues a trend for the Houn Dawgs in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now won six in a row.

Max Holland

Runs

04/15/25 vs Monett	3
05/07/25 vs Cassville	2
04/17/25 @ East Newton	2
03/28/25 vs Southwest	2
03/27/25 vs Purdy	2
+ 6 more games

Max Holland was a standout: he went a perfect 4-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles. He has become a key player for Aurora: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 6-12 otherwise. Memphis Mooneyham was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.

Aurora hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in three consecutive games.

Aurora's win bumped their record up to 11-12. As for Cassville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-11-1 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Aurora will face off against Ava at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cassville, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Reeds Spring at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.