Stivers School for the Arts extended their losing streak to six on Friday, dropping their season record down to 0-6 in the process. They came up short against the Trotwood-Madison Rams, falling 18-4. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Rams this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 12-1 last Thursday.
As for Trotwood-Madison, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-9. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Trotwood-Madison's part, Kevin Hinesmon made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up just one earned run but no hits. What's more, Hinesmon posted three strikeouts, the most he's had since back in May of 2024. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Trotwood-Madison's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is 3-1 (and 1-8 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Michael White-Sloan was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Those three runs gave him a new career-high.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Stivers School for the Arts will take on Belmont at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Bison have averaged an impressive 14.6 runs per game this season. As for Trotwood-Madison, they will head out on the road to challenge Thurgood Marshall at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Cougars have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 18.6 runs per game on average), something the Rams will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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