Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Gretna). They blew past the George Washington Eagles 15-5 on Wednesday. The Hawks haven't had any issues with the Eagles recently, as the game was their third consecutive victory against them.
Owen Shelton
| 03/25/26 @ George Washington | 8 |
| 05/05/25 @ Liberty | 6 |
| 04/30/25 @ William Campbell | 8 |
Owen Shelton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over 4.2 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted since back in April of 2025. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That double was his first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Addison Doss, who went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one double. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in April of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Hunter Watson, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Gretna's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-4. As for George Washington, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Gretna and George Washington will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Hawks are set to challenge their familiar foe Chatham at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, George Washington will take on rival Martinsville at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
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