Watkins Mill extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-9. They lost 21-1 to the Poolesville Falcons. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wolverines of the 8-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2023.
As for Poolesville, the victory got them back to even at 6-6. That 20-run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
For Poolesville's part, Sawyer Thompson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. The dominant performance also gave Thompson a new career-high in strikeouts (four). He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. That double marked the first that he has hit this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Reid Kimball, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and three RBI. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jonathan Kwon, who went 1-for-2 with three stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Watkins Mill will challenge Northwest at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Poolesville, they will face off against Damascus at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. The Swarmin' Hornets will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight.
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