Southport extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 12-10 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-0 heartbreaker at the hands of the Bloomington North Cougars. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Cardinals have suffered since May 27, 2024.
Nick Godsey
| 05/22/25 vs Bloomington North | 11 |
| 05/15/25 @ Columbus North | 8 |
| 05/10/25 @ Lawrence North | 5 |
| 05/07/25 vs Bloomington South | 5 |
| 05/01/25 vs Warren Central | 10 |
| + 5 more games |
Nick Godsey spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on six hits and racked up 11 Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in ten consecutive appearances.
As for Bloomington North, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 12-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since April 26th.
On Bloomington North's side, Luke Freel was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out 12 over seven innings pitched. Those 12 strikeouts gave Freel a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Bloomington North's success: when he posts at least two stolen bases the team is undefeated (and 8-10 when he doesn't).
Freel wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Chris Barnett, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Southport will venture away from home to take on Lawrence Central at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Bloomington North, they will take on Floyd Central at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. The Highlanders will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Cougars surely won't give up without a fight.
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