The Liberty Tech Magnet Crusaders will square off against the Middleton Tigers at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Last Thursday, Liberty Tech Magnet came up short against Clarksburg and fell 12-7. The Crusaders haven't had much luck with the Rockets recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
Caleb Jones
| 03/13/25 vs Clarksburg | 3 |
| 03/10/25 vs Humboldt | 6 |
| 03/07/25 @ Jackson North Side | 2 |
| 04/25/24 @ West Carroll | 1 |
Caleb Jones made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole Three bases. while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last four times he's played. Another player making a difference was Dylan Trantham, who scored two runs and stole Three bases. while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Middleton came up short against Alcorn Central on Friday, falling 17-2. The Tigers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Middleton saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Brody Cornelius, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one double. That double was Cornelius' first of the season.
Middleton's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Liberty Tech Magnet, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Middleton's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Liberty Tech Magnet hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .333. It's a different story for Middleton, though, as they've only averaged .239. Will they be able to contain Liberty Tech Magnet's hitters?
Liberty Tech Magnet couldn't quite get it done against Middleton in their previous matchup back in April of 2024 as they fell 14-10. Will Liberty Tech Magnet have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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