Kokomo won the last time they faced Western, and things went their way on Thursday too. The Kokomo Wildkats came out on top against the Western Panthers by a score of 6-3.
Logan Dockemeyer and Dalton Dixon were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Dockemeyer tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Dixon struck out seven batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits (and only one walk). At the plate, Dockemeyer scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in two of his five plate appearances, while Dixon scored a run while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances.
In other batting news, Chad Washburn was incredible, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in five of his six plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.
Kokomo's victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 9-9. As for Western, their loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 13-2.
Kokomo will take on Noblesville at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Western, they will head out on the road to challenge Peru at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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