North Summit had to endure a 13-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the North Sevier Wolves on Tuesday and snuck past 9-8. North Summit's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
The team relied heavily on Paxton Smith, who scored a run and stole three bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. Jaxon Preator was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-3.
On North Sevier's side, Braygen Maxwell was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
North Summit's win ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-12. As for North Sevier, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. North Summit will take on North Sanpete at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. North Sanpete is coming into the match with four straight losses on the road, meaning North Summit will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for North Sevier, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Monticello at 2:00 p.m.
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