Aurora won the last time they faced Monett and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Houn Dawgs were the clear victors by a 16-1 margin over the Cubs. With that victory, the Houn Dawgs brought their scoring average up to 6.1 runs per game.
Jayden Carpenter was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. He also allowed no hits, which is notable because Aurora is 4-1 when he allows at most one hit, but 2-7 otherwise. Carpenter was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high.
Memphis Mooneyham
| 04/15/25 vs Monett | 3 |
| 04/07/25 vs Carl Junction | 2 |
| 04/03/25 vs Hillcrest | 2 |
| 03/31/25 @ Marshfield | 2 |
| 04/10/25 @ Lamar | 1 |
In other batting news, Memphis Mooneyham was a standout: he went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Sean Creasey, who scored three runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Aurora always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .594. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Monett only posted an OBP of .143.
Aurora's win bumped their record up to 6-8. As for Monett, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 6-5.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Aurora will face off against rival East Newton at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Monett is set to square off against their familiar foe Cassville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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