Northeast Jones had already won four in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 12.5 runs) and they went ahead and made it five on Friday. They came out on top against Mendenhall by a score of 4-0. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since March 24, 2022, but that streak is no more.
The result came thanks to Asher McBride's shutout, as he gave up just three hits and racked up ten Ks. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Kaden Padgett was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while going 3-for-4. Jax Sullins also deserves some recognition as he launched his first home run of the season.
Tigers
| 03/07/25 @ Mendenhall | 4-0 |
| 02/27/25 @ Richton | 10-1 |
| 02/20/25 @ South Jones | 2-1 |
| 02/18/25 @ Stringer | 8-1 |
| 02/13/25 @ West Jones | 15-2 |
| + 9 more games |
Northeast Jones pushed their record up to 8-2 with the win, which was their 14th straight on the road dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.3 runs on average over those games. As for Mendenhall, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Northeast Jones will face off against Kosciusko at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Mendenhall, a feisty cat fight will be fought as Mendenhall Tigers face off against Meridian Wildcats at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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