West Mecklenburg extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 13-8 in the process. They lost 13-0 to the Mallard Creek Mavericks. The contest marked the first time this year in which the Hawks were not able to get on the board.
As for Mallard Creek, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-14. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.0 runs over those games.
For Mallard Creek's part, Maximus Miller was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 12 over five innings pitched. Miller has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Colin McCartney was incredible, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. He is becoming a predictor of Mallard Creek's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-14 when he doesn't). Lenton Williams was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. West Mecklenburg will head out to challenge Harding University at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Hawks are facing the Rams at the right time seeing as the Rams are stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Mallard Creek, they are taking a road trip to take on Chambers at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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