The Newkirk Tigers will head out to square off against the Frontier Mustangs at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
On Monday, Newkirk came up short against Pawhuska and fell 10-6. The Tigers have struggled against the Huskies recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive lost meeting.
Kyson Thiel
| 04/07/25 vs Pawhuska | 2 |
| 03/28/25 @ Non Varsity Opponent | 2 |
| 03/24/25 vs Crescent | 2 |
| 03/11/25 @ Morrison | 2 |
| 03/06/25 vs Blackwell | 2 |
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Kyson Thiel made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two triples, three RBI, and two runs. Newkirk is 3-1-1 when Thiel posts two or more runs, but 4-6 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Grady Wood, who went 2-for-3 with one double.
Meanwhile, Monday just wasn't the day for Frontier's offense. They came up short against Ripley on Monday, falling 11-0.
Frontier saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kolton Ingmire, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base.
Newkirk's loss dropped their record down to 7-7-1. As for Frontier, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last nine matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Newkirk has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .480. However, it's not like Frontier struggles in that department as they've averaged .447. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Newkirk beat Frontier 10-7 in their previous matchup back in March of 2024. Will the Tigers repeat their success, or do the Mustangs have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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