Baseball Recap: Whitehall-Yearling Takes a Loss

Whitehall-Yearling extended their losing streak to ten on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 1-17 in the process. They lost 19-0 to the Grandview Heights Bobcats. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bobcats this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-0 last Monday.

As for Grandview Heights, they are on a roll lately: they've won 12 of their last 14 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-7 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

For Grandview Heights' part, Kinny Wilson and Michael Greer were major factors while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Wilson tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Greer tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in eight consecutive appearances. At the plate, Wilson went 3-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double, while Greer got on base in four of his five plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most runs Greer has posted since back in April of 2024.

In other batting news, Zach Loy was a standout: he went 2-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. He is becoming a predictor of Grandview Heights' success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 6-7 when he doesn't). Jack Clifford was another key player, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four runs and one RBI.

Coincidentally, Whitehall-Yearling and Grandview Heights will both be playing Central Crossing the next time they take the field. The Bobcats will head out to face the Comets at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, while the Rams will head out to face them at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.