Patton's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They had just enough and edged out the McDowell Titans 3-2. This was payback for the Panthers, who suffered a 7-5 loss the last time these two teams met.
The team relied heavily on Trevor Throneburg, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2. That run was his first of the season.

Panthers
| 03/17/25 @ McDowell | 3-2 |
| 03/14/25 vs East Rutherford | 0-10 |
| 03/11/25 @ East Rutherford | 1-11 |
| 03/05/25 vs Mitchell | 6-5 |
| 03/03/25 @ Bunker Hill | 1-2 |
Patton's win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-4. As for McDowell, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Patton will face off against Lincolnton at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for McDowell, they will take on North Buncombe at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. North Buncombe will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something McDowell surely won't give up without a fight.
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