Falkner took a eight-run defeat the last time they faced off against Potts Camp, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. Falkner skirted past Potts Camp 11-9. The win was nothing new for the Eagles as they're now sitting on three straight.
Erick Lumpkin made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over 4.1 innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off nine hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Gavin Wooley
| 03/22/25 @ Potts Camp | 4 |
| 03/21/25 @ Jumpertown | 2 |
| 03/18/25 vs Jumpertown | 0 |
| 03/11/25 vs Ingomar | 1 |
| 03/11/25 vs Alcorn Central | 1 |
| + 3 more games |
In other batting news, Gavin Wooley was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. That's the most stolen bases he has posted over his last nine contests. Another player making a difference was John Lumpkin, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases and two RBI.
Falkner's victory was their sixth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 14-4. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 16.0 runs over those games. As for Potts Camp, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Falkner will face off against Hickory Flat at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Falkner is facing Hickory Flat at the right time seeing as Hickory Flat is stuck on a 13-game losing streak. As for Potts Camp, a feisty cat fight will be fought as Potts Camp Cardinals duke it out with Byers Lions at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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