
Panthers
05/08/25 vs Kellogg | 6-4 |
05/06/25 vs Coloma | 7-5 |
05/06/25 vs Coloma | 9-2 |
While Watervliet's win against Kellogg wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. Watervliet sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 6-4 victory over Kellogg on Thursday. Winning may never get old, but Watervliet sure is getting used to it with their third in a row.
Ethan Westfall was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single hit and allowed only one earned run while striking out nine over six innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double. That double was his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Caleb Jewell, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Emmett Williams, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Watervliet hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in four consecutive games.
Watervliet pushed their record up to 14-2 with the win, which was their third straight at home. As for Kellogg, the defeat snapped their winning streak at four games and leaves them with a 5-5 record.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: Watervliet beat Kellogg by a score of 10-0 later that day.
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