Amite County is 0-4 against Wesson since March of 2021 but things could change on Friday. The Trojans will host the Cobras at 4:30 p.m. Amite County has given up an average of 13.7 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Tuesday just wasn't the day for Amite County's offense. They lost 14-0 to Wesson on Tuesday. That's two games in a row now that the Trojans have lost by exactly 14 runs.
For Wesson's part, Tripp Martin made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. What's more, Martin posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in March of 2025. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with three RBI.
In other pitching news, Braylen Brown looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. The dominant performance also gave him a new career-high in strikeouts (four).
Back at the plate, Baylor Smith was incredible, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. Jack Wilson was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Wesson always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .607. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Amite County only posted an OBP of .312.
The win (which was Wesson's eighth in a row) raised their record to 9-1-1. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.3 runs over those games. As for Amite County, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-5.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Amite County has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .458. However, it's not like Wesson struggles in that department as they've averaged .460. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
