Southeast extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 5-13. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the Heights Falcons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Golden Buffaloes of the 13-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
William O'Bar was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. That run marked the first that he has scored this season.
As for Heights, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 10-12. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 1.75 runs across that stretch.
On Heights' side, Brett Cutler spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on eight hits. Cutler also tossed a walk, which is notable because the Falcons are undefeated when he allows at most one walk, but 4-12 otherwise.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Carter Smith, who went 3-for-4 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run. He is becoming a predictor of Heights' success: when he posts at least three hits the team is 3-1 (and 7-11 when he doesn't). Kingston Matchett was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one double.
While Southeast had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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